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The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Pakistan targeted civilian areas in J&K, and Poonch suffered most damage, says Amit Shah
Amid tight security, Amit Shah arrived in Jammu on Thursday (May 29, 2025) evening to assess the situation in Jammu and Kashmir and meet affected people in Poonch during his first visit to the Union Territory after Operation Sindoor, officials said. 'Pakistan carried out a highly condemnable attack on residential areas and religious places', said Amit Shah. Commenting on the damages suffered by people in Poonch during shelling by Pakistan, he said, 'A programme has been organised to distribute appointment letters to the family members of those who were killed in these attacks. We all know that compensation and government jobs cannot compensate for the damage that has been done to their lives. However, it is just to express the feelings of the Jammu and Kashmir government, Centre and people of India that we are with them.' Home Minister #AmitShah visits Dungas in Poonch. Several properties were destroyed here in shelling and firing from Pakistan, post #OperationSindoor. 🎥PTI — The Hindu (@the_hindu) May 30, 2025 'Pakistan targeted the civilian areas in J&K, and Poonch suffered the most damage. For the first time, firing was done on Poonch post-independence. The entire world is condemning the attack by Pakistan. The Indian Armed Forces gave a befitting reply by destroying nine Pakistani air bases, and as a result, they had to come forward for a ceasefire', Amit Shah added. Amit Shah on Amarnath Yatra Mr. Shah said that the central government and the Jammu and Kashmir administration will leave no stone unturned to provide all necessary facilities to the pilgrims of the annual Amarnath Yatra. The 38-day pilgrimage to the 3,880-meter-high cave shrine in south Kashmir is scheduled to start on July 3 and conclude on August 9, according to the announcement made by the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board (SASB). "The central government and J&K administration will leave no stone unturned to facilitate the pilgrims with all necessary facilities," Mr. Shah said on X. He instructed officials to maintain the utmost vigilance and ensure the seamless completion of the sacred yatra. On Thursday (May 29, 2025) night, he chaired a high-level review meeting for the Amarnath pilgrimage and evaluated the security arrangements and preparedness for the pilgrims. Mr. Shah also reviewed the overall security situation in Jammu and Kashmir at the meeting. During his two-day stay in the Jammu region, Mr. Shah is also visiting religious places on Friday (May 30, 2025) and meeting people and BSF personnel affected by shelling in the district, which recorded the highest number of civilian casualties — 14 out of the total 28 deaths — during Pakistani shelling and drone attacks between May 7 and 10, they said. The journey to the Amarnath cave shrine can be undertaken through two routes — the traditional 48-km route via Pahalgam in south Kashmir''s Anantnag district and the 14-km shorter but steeper Baltal route in central Kashmir's Ganderbal district. The Centre has ordered the deployment of 580 companies, comprising about 42,000 on-ground personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), for the annual Amarnath Yatra. (With inputs from PTI)
NDTV
a day ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Explained: How Officials Are Planning To Hold Amarnath Yatra, 1st After J&K Attack
Quick Read Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. The Amarnath pilgrimage in Kashmir begins on July 3, following a recent terror attack. Authorities are enhancing security under Operation Shiva, deploying 42,000 personnel. New Delhi: The annual pilgrimage to the Amarnath shrine in Kashmir is set to begin on July 3 - in a first after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in the region. The yatra has become a focal point for the central security agencies, with the authorities stepping up safety-related precautions under 'Operation Shiva' - an exercise term launched by the Indian Army to prevent any possible terror movements during the Amarnath Yatra. The 38-day pilgrimage to the 3,880-meter-high cave shrine in Kashmir will start on July 3 and end on August 9, the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board (SASB) said. Security arrangements The Centre has ordered the deployment of 580 companies, comprising about 42,000 on-ground personnel, of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) for the annual yatra, officials said on Thursday. While 424 companies are being sent to the Union Territory (UT), the rest, including about 80 companies that moved to the Valley during Operation Sindoor, will be relocated to secure the yatra route, the pilgrims, and other areas, including Srinagar. Officials have also directed the forces to move immediately and take position in Jammu and Kashmir by the second week of June, reported news agency PTI. CRPF Director General (DG) Gyanendra Pratap Singh had reviewed the preparations for the Amarnath Yatra when he was in Kashmir earlier this week. Border Security Forces (BSF) DG Daljit Singh Chawdhary also stressed the need for heightened safety and security during the Amarnath Yatra. He also chaired a meeting at the Jammu frontier headquarters to review and strengthen border domination measures in the region. Amit Shah in J&K Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday to review the security arrangements ahead of the Amarnath Yatra. He chaired a high-level review meeting on preparations for the yatra in Jammu and said that the central government and the Jammu and Kashmir administration will leave no stone unturned to provide all necessary facilities to the pilgrims. Chaired a review meeting for the Amarnath Pilgrimage and evaluated the security arrangements and preparedness meant for the pilgrims. Instructed to maintain the utmost vigilance and ensure the seamless completion of the sacred journey. Central govt and J&K administration will… — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) May 29, 2025 Mr Shah also instructed officials to maintain utmost vigilance and ensure the seamless completion of the pilgrimage. "The Modi government is committed to making the pilgrimage of pilgrims safe, smooth, and convenient. All agencies should further enhance surveillance using drones and other innovative technologies. All security agencies should work on complete area domination and the zero error principle. There should be vigilance, real-time intelligence sharing, and seamless coordination among all security agencies to ensure peace and stability in the area," he said. Amarnath yatra The Amarnath temple is one of the holiest shrines for Hindus and is dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of a 'linga' in a cave on the Amarnath mountain. It is managed by Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), which was constituted by an Act of the Jammu and Kashmir State Legislature in 2000. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha is the chairman of the shrine board.. The journey to the shrine can be undertaken through two routes - the traditional 48-km route through Pahalgam in south Kashmir's Anantnag and the 14-km shorter but steeper Baltal route in Ganderbal district of central Kashmir. This year, the offline registration for the upcoming annual Amarnath Yatra began with enthusiastic pilgrims forming a huge line outside the 540 designated bank branches across the country. According to the board, no one below the age of 13 or above 75 and women with more than six weeks' pregnancy shall be registered for the pilgrimage. Last year, the pilgrimage to Amarnath was completed by a record number of more than 5.12 lakh pilgrims, Mr Shah had said.
United News of India
a day ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Shah to meet shelling-hit families, interact with BSF troops
Jammu, May 30 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who is on a two-day trip to the Jammu region, will meet affected families of cross-border firing and interact with the troops of Border Security Force on Friday in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir. The Home Minister, who left from Jammu for Poonch in the morning, will be addressing civilians affected by Pakistani shelling at Dak Bungalow in Poonch and later meet BSF jawans at Khanetar- based unit headquarters. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha is also accompanying the Union Minister. Shah will also visit damaged religious places, including Singh Sabha Gurdwara and hold a meeting with officers to assess the damage in the worst-hit district, official sources said. The Union Home Minister arrived here on Thursday evening and reached the Raj Bhawan wherein he chaired a security review meeting with the top brass of the Army, paramilitary forces, intelligence agencies and administration. This is Shah's first visit to the Union Territory post Operation Sindoor. 'Chaired a review meeting for the Amarnath pilgrimage and evaluated the security arrangements and preparedness meant for the pilgrims,' Shah said in a post on X. He said, 'Instructed to ensure utmost vigilance and ensure the seamless completion of the sacred journey.' 'The Central government and J&K administration will leave no stone unturned to facilitate the pilgrims with all necessary facilities,' he said. Shah is also expected to distribute appointment letters among the next of kin of civilians killed in the shelling in Poonch. UNI VBH PRS
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Amit Shah tells security forces to maintain utmost vigil during Amarnath Yatra
NEW DELHI: The Union home minister Amit Shah has assured comprehensive facilities for Amarnath pilgrims whilst instructing security forces to maintain strict vigilance for the pilgrimage's successful completion. During a high-level security review meeting in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday night, Shah assessed the arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra. "Chaired a review meeting for the Amarnath Pilgrimage and evaluated the security arrangements and preparedness meant for the pilgrims. Instructed to maintain utmost vigilance and ensure seamless completion of the sacred journey," Shah wrote on X. The Union government and Jammu and Kashmir administration have committed to providing comprehensive facilities for the pilgrims' convenience. The Amarnath pilgrimage is scheduled from July 3 to August 9. Shah's arrival on Thursday evening marked his first visit to the Union Territory following Operation Sindoor , under strict security measures. On Friday, the Home Minister's itinerary includes visiting Poonch to meet residents affected by Pakistani shelling. He will also visit religious sites and meet BSF personnel in Poonch district, where 14 of 28 civilian casualties occurred due to Pakistani shelling and drone attacks between May 7 and May 10. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dark spots can age you by 10 years! Just take this from Guardian URUHIME MOMOKO Learn More Undo Official sources confirm the Centre has authorised deployment of 581 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), comprising approximately 42,000 personnel for the Amarnath Yatra. Of these, 424 companies are being deployed to the Union Territory, whilst the remaining forces, including about 80 companies deployed during Operation Sindoor, will be positioned to secure the pilgrimage route, pilgrims, and other areas including Srinagar.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Shah reaches Jammu on 2-day visit, chairs security review meet
Union home minister Amit Shah arrived here on Thursday evening and chaired high level meeting to review the prevailing security scenario at Raj Bhawan, said officials. This is Shah's first visit to the union territory post Operation Sindoor. 'The Union home minister landed at the technical airport around 7.30 pm and straightaway headed to Raj Bhawan. At the airport, he was received by the lieutenant governor (LG) Manoj Sinha,' said a senior police officer. The meeting that started around 9 pm, lasted for over an hour and a half. It was attended by LG Sinha, DGP Nalin Prabhat and top officers from Jammu and Kashmir Police, Indian Army, BSF, CRPF and various security and intelligence agencies. 'The Union home minister was also briefed about security arrangements being done for the ensuing safe Amarnath pilgrimage,' said the officer. The 38-day long annual pilgrimage begins July 3. Following Pahalgam attack, this year's pilgrimage will see an unprecedented security arrangements. On Friday, Shah will visit Poonch around 11.30 am. 'He will visit Singh Sabha Gurudwara, along with other places that bore the brunt of Pakistani shelling,' he said. Shah will also meet families affected by Pak shelling at government Dak bungalow. The home minister will also visit BSF's 144 Battalion headquarters in Poonch where he will address a Sainik Sammelan, said the officer. As many as 25 people, including seven security personnel, were killed in Pak shelling. At least 14 civilians, including 4 minors were killed in Pak shelling in Poonch district alone. The shelling also caused huge damage to houses and other structures in Poonch. As per a rough estimate, over 600 houses were damaged in Pakistani shelling in Poonch district. The Union home minister had visited Srinagar in the evening of April 22 soon after terror attack at Baisaran which left 26 tourists dead and scores injured. Shah's visit comes at a time when security forces have intensified their anti-terror operations in Poonch, Rajouri, Kishtwar, Kathua snd Udhampur districts. Lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha, had last week, visited Poonch city and announced government job for next of kin of those killed in shelling. The government has already disbursed ₹6 lakh each to the next kin of those killed in Pak shelling and another ₹10 lakh each are being given to them. Sinha also assured the people that the Centre will announce a package for the damaged houses and other structures, along with assuring more bunkers to safeguard the people of border districts. On Shah's visit, deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary said, 'It is the right of home minister to visit, especially Poonch, where heavy damage has occurred. We welcome him. Around 80% of Poonch has been affected by Pakistani shelling. Therefore, it is his duty to visit all these places and announce adequate compensation to those affected so that they can rebuild their lives.' Meanwhile, Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi wrote a letter to PM Narendra Modi, requesting Government of India to prepare a concrete and generous relief and rehabilitation package for Poonch and other areas affected by the Pakistani shelling. Rahul had visited Poonch on Saturday and met the affected families.
