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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.
United News of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
HM Shah arrives in Jammu, to review security arrangements for Amarnath Yatra, visit Poonch
Jammu, May 29 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday evening arrived here and reached the Raj Bhawan Jammu where he will be reviewing the security arrangements, particularly focusing on the Shri Amarnath Yatra starting from July 3. Shah was received at the technical airport by the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha from where they drove to the Raj Bhawan. Shah is on his first visit to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir after 'Operation Sindoor'. He will be visiting Poonch district on Friday that recorded the highest 14 killings in the cross-border firing and drone attacks. He will also meet shelling-affected people and the troops of Border Security Force, who played their role shoulder-to-shoulder with the Indian Army in 'Operation Sindoor' along the Line of Control. Notably, BSF in Jammu-Kathua and Samba district is the frontline defence. 'Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha along with top brass of the army, paramilitary forces, police, intelligence agencies and civil administration will be attending the meeting,' official sources said. Shah is also likely to distribute appointment letters among the next of kin of civilians killed in the shelling at Poonch, they said. UNI VBH RN
India.com
2 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
Amarnath Yatra Under Watch: Here's The Detailed Security Arrangements For The Annual Pilgrimage
As the sacred Amarnath Yatra prepares to welcome lakhs of pilgrims from across India beginning from July 3, the Centre is turning Jammu and Kashmir into a fortified corridor of faith and firepower. According to sources in the Union Home Ministry, an unprecedented 581 companies of paramilitary forces are being deployed to ensure foolproof security. The security forces will cover every route, every hill and every temple town pilgrims will pass through. This massive deployment comes against the backdrop of increased border tension and a renewed wave of anti-terror operations deep inside Kashmir Valley. Jammu and Kashmir already houses 156 paramilitary units, but the Centre has approved deployment of an additional 425 companies across the region in what officials call 'the most secure Yatra ever'. Here is the breakdown of the fresh forces: 128 companies of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) that will include five all-women Mahila units, 130 companies of the Border Security Force (BSF), 45 companies of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), 55 companies of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and 67 companies of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). Orders have already been dispatched to the director general of J&K Police and the chief secretary of the union territory to ensure rapid coordination for deployment and logistics. High-Level Huddle, Ground-Level Touch Highlighting the seriousness of the Centre's security posture, Home Minister Amit Shah arrived on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir. He will chair a high-stakes security review meeting in Jammu with LG Manoj Sinha, senior Army commanders, J&K Police chiefs and top paramilitary officials. He is also scheduled to visit forward areas in the Poonch sector, where recent border skirmishes and infiltration attempts have heightened local anxiety. He will meet families affected by recent unrest. The move is aimed at boosting morale and reaffirming the Centre's commitment to peace and protection. Anti-Terror Offensive Intensifies Even as security planning ramps up for the Yatra, the fight against terrorism is surging ahead in the Valley. In a major breakthrough, two hybrid terror suspects allegedly affiliated with the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were captured alive in a late-night cordon-and-search operation in Shopian's Baskuchan area. The operation was carried out by SOG Shopian, 44 Rashtriya Rifles and 178 Bn CRPF, following a pinpoint intelligence tip. Identified as Irfan Bashir and Uzair Salam, the suspects were tracked moving through an orchard. Security forces moved in swiftly and apprehended them before they could flee or engage. A sizable cache of arms, ammunition and tactical gear was allegedly seized from their custody. It allegedly includes two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 102 live rounds (7.62×39mm), two hand grenades, a mobile phone, a smartwatch, an Aadhaar card and Rs 5400 against cash. Assorted pouches and biscuit packets were also allegedly found in their possession. An FIR has been registered against them, and preliminary investigations point to the duo's involvement in planned attacks on security convoys and soft targets ahead of the Amarnath Yatra. Deeply spiritual for millions, the Amarnath Yatra has long been seen by terror outfits as a symbolic and strategic target. This year, however, the message is clear – India will not compromise. And therefore, with heavy deployment, real-time surveillance and intensified intelligence sharing, the pilgrimage is scheduled to go forward guarded by the might of the state.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Amit Shah to arrive in Jammu today, first visit after Operation Sindoor
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is arriving in Jammu on Thursday evening for a two-day visit to J&K, the first after Operation Sindoor. During his visit, Amit Shah will address the BSF jawans at their Unit Headquarters at Khanetar and meet the families affected by Pakistan shelling at Dak Bungalow in Poonch on May 30. He will also distribute appointment letters to the next of kin of those killed in the shelling. Officials said the Union Home Minister will visit religious places targeted by Pakistani cross-border shelling. He will reach here in the evening and will hold a high-level review of the security situation with Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha and top officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the army, paramilitary forces, police, intelligence agencies and civil administration. The situation during ongoing Operation Sindoor, besides the security scenario, including anti-terror operations and anti-infiltration grid, will also come up for high-level review at the meeting. Amarnath Yatra arrangements will also figure prominently during the security review meeting. On Friday, Amit Shah will leave for the border district of Poonch where he is scheduled to address the BSF jawans as well as civilians badly affected by Pakistan shelling on the intervening night of May 7 and 8 soon after Indian Armed Forces targeted nine terror infrastructures deep inside Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). Amit Shah will address the civilians affected by Pakistan's shelling at Poonch Dak Bungalow and the BSF soldiers at their Unit Headquarters at Khanetar, about nine kilometres from Poonch town. Thirteen civilians, including four children, two of them siblings, were killed by Pakistan's shelling in Poonch district. In retaliation for Indian armed forces carrying out precision-guided targeted strikes on terror infrastructure, the Pakistan Army targeted civilian facilities in Poonch, Rajouri, Baramulla, Kupwara and Bandipora districts. Indian response was promoted by the April 22 terror attack in Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam in which 26 civilians, including 25 tourists and a local, were killed after segregating them on the basis of religion.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Science
- Hans India
India cannot depend on others for defence: J&K LG
Jammu: J&K Lt Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha said on Monday that India cannot depend on others for defences, and that is why the scientists have built indigenous defence systems. 'Our scientists know that India cannot depend on others to defend her. We have developed our own indigenous capabilities, and our successful attack is a symbol of resurgent India,' he said. He also lauded the excellent initiative being spearheaded by the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) and the National Anveshika Network of India (NANI). 'When science is deeply woven into the fabric of society, it not only fosters innovation, but it can also significantly shape the direction of a nation by improving the quality of living for the entire society,' he said after flagging off the 'Physics Bharat Yatra' in Udhampur district. He attributed the success of 'Operation Sindoor' to India's indigenous defence capabilities, innovations in the defence sector and technological advancements. 'Operation Sindoor has shown India's scientific might. It has been demonstrated that our scientists, defence personnel and jawans are second to none in the world. This victory is a tribute to their dedication. It is also a vindication of our steadfast commitment to self-reliance. India's military might is proof of our scientists' determination to comprehensively strengthen national security and also put our economy on the growth trajectory,' he claimed. He also emphasised that conditions are now favourable for pioneering inventions, and they can significantly contribute to India's scientific and economic leadership. 'The confluence of science, spirituality, and 'sanskar' has powered India's dominance globally. We are strategically investing in scientific and technological advancement to make India a leading global scientific power. Our scientists, innovators and researchers are determined to reclaim the ancient glory and build a developed India by 2047. It is our national resolve,' he said. He also inspected the Physics Exhibition showcasing the students-led models and experiments.
