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J-K LG Calls For Whole-of-Society Fight Against Terrorism
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said fighting terrorism is not only the job of the security forces.
He said residents, police, the Army and local officials must work together.
People should report suspicious activities and avoid supporting people linked to terrorism.
Sinha also said communities should help fight drug abuse and corruption.
He linked strong community ties with economic development and spiritual renewal.
He said joint efforts have already reduced terrorism in the region.
During his visit, he laid the foundation stone for Amriteshwar Sarovar in Dharpur.
He also said the administration would try to solve local problems and improve infrastructure.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said security forces alone cannot defeat terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.
He called for community solidarity to combat terrorism, substance abuse and corruption.
Sinha urged residents to report suspicious activity and isolate terror sympathisers.
He said coordinated efforts by security agencies and society had weakened terrorism and improved the region’s security landscape.
Sinha laid the foundation stone of Amriteshwar Sarovar in Dharpur and pledged efforts to address local grievances and infrastructure needs.
- Who
- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, security agencies, local officials and residents.
- What
- Sinha called for a whole-of-society effort against terrorism, substance abuse and corruption, and laid the foundation stone of Amriteshwar Sarovar.
- Where
- Dharpur in the Sunderbani area of Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir.
- When
- Friday, August 21.
- Why
- He said community participation is needed to defeat terrorism, disrupt narco-terror networks, promote development and address local needs.
Key facts
- Speaker
- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha
- Main message
- Security forces alone cannot defeat terrorism; coordinated societal action is required.
- Requested public action
- Residents should report suspicious activities and isolate terror sympathisers.
- Other concerns
- Community solidarity was presented as important for tackling substance abuse and corruption.
- Development project
- Foundation stone laid for Amriteshwar Sarovar.
- Project location
- Dharpur, Sunderbani area, Rajouri district.
- Administrative assurance
- Sinha said efforts would be made to address public grievances and local infrastructure needs.
Quotes
Manoj Sinha
Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir
“Security forces alone cannot defeat terrorism. Eradicating this threat demands a whole-of-society approach. United societal effort is required along with police and security agencies to dismantle the illicit financial and logistical webs of narco-terror networks”
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“It was once grimly predicted that the tricolour would find no willing hands to carry it in Jammu-Kashmir. Today, it is held high with pride on countless resolute shoulders”
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