'Development Will Begin Once Again': Amit Shah Meets Victims Of Pakistan Shelling In J&K's Poonch
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Amit Shah said, "The pace of development in Jammu and Kashmir will be accelerated once again."
Union Home Minister Amit Shah affirmed that the pace of development in Jammu and Kashmir would be significantly accelerated, while simultaneously issuing a stern warning to those attempting to destabilize the region.
Speaking on the future trajectory of the Union Territory, Amit Shah said, 'The pace of development in Jammu and Kashmir will be accelerated once again."
He emphasized the government's unwavering commitment to progress, adding, 'Development will begin once again. I want to tell people of J&K that development wouldn't stop. Place at which vikas is going on since 2014 will go on."
In a clear message to elements seeking to undermine peace and security, the Home Minister asserted, 'Anyone who tries to harm us will be given a strong and decisive response."
He reiterated this resolve, saying, 'Whoever wants to harm or damage us, we will give a befitting response."
Amit Shah said, 'On the night of 7th May, we destroyed the terrorist sites in Pakistan and PoK. This was a befitting reply given to terrorists on behalf of the crores of Indians. Hundreds of terrorists were killed in the operation…We launched an attack on terrorists, but Pakistan considered it an attack on itself. They showed the world that they are the ones who are sheltering terrorists."
#WATCH | Poonch | Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, '…Pakistan targeted civilian areas, religious places. Appointment letters have been given to the families of those affected by Pakistan's shelling during Operation Sindoor…This is a sign that the J&K government, central… pic.twitter.com/7q4kQseiSv — ANI (@ANI) May 30, 2025
In a gesture of solidarity and support, Amit Shah announced that 'appointment letters have been given to the families of those affected by Pakistan's shelling."
He emphasized that this initiative signifies a deep connection, asserting, 'This is a sign that the J&K government, central government and the nation's sentiments are connected with you."
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May 30, 2025, 12:36 IST
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