Restrictions tightened across IIOJK ahead of Amit Shah’s visit
Visit meant to malign freedom movement as foreign sponsored terrorism
Srinagar: Restrictions have been further tightened in the name of security ahead of Indian Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit to Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
According to Kashmir Media Service, multiple checkpoints have been established, and surprise checking drives are underway across the Kashmir valley.
Earlier, Inspector General of Police Kashmir,V.K. Birdi, chaired a joint security meeting, joined by senior officials from various security forces, including the Police, Army, BSF, CRPF, ITBP, and intelligence agencies.
The purpose of the meeting was to assess and enhance measures in preparation for the upcoming Amit Shah’s visit to occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended in person by the IG BSF, IG CRPF (KOS), IG CRPF Srinagar, DIG CKR Srinagar, DIG ITBP, SSP PCR Kashmir, SSP Srinagar, SSP Budgam, Col GS (IS) 15 Corps, SSP Traffic Rural, SSP Traffic City Srinagar, SSP Security Kashmir, SP CIK CID, SP APCR Kashmir, SP PC Srinagar, SP Telecommunication, and other officials.
During the meeting, IGP Kashmir emphasized the need for heightened alertness, to counter potential terrorist threats. He stressed the importance of improving intelligence gathering, reinforcing security at vulnerable locations, and ensuring effective area and night domination. Focus was laid on securing critical infrastructure and vulnerable areas, with specific measures to protect vital assets and ensure safety.
The IGP issued directives to strengthen security in both urban and rural areas of the valley, with round-the-clock patrolling and increased presence at key entry and exit points. Police personnel are seen thoroughly verifying identities and inspecting vehicles to maintain strict surveillance.
Kashmiris believe that Shah will come with a strategy to disenfranchise them under the veil of restoration of statehood.
Analysts, however, view that Shah’s visit is an attempt to project the ongoing indigenous freedom movement as Pakistan sponsored terrorism to garner international support.
