Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha provided an update on the security situation in Kashmir, stating that the fear of terrorism is nearly eradicated in the region. Addressing the Indian Chamber of Commerce in Srinagar, Sinha shared that only a single local youth has been recruited into terrorist ranks this year. He emphasized the positive changes, including rising investment in districts such as Anantnag and Pulwama, with Pulwama experiencing growth in industrial establishments exceeding that of Srinagar. Sinha also noted the active participation of young people in the Tiranga campaign rallies in Pulwama, demonstrating solidarity against terrorism. He further stated that areas previously inaccessible to authorities are now seeing active youth involvement. Highlighting the transformation, Sinha pointed out the renewed liveliness of Lal Chowk even during the late hours. He added that slogans of ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ echo throughout the city and villages. Furthermore, he noted the absence of strikes, which were once a regular occurrence orchestrated by neighboring countries, and highlighted the significant decline in terrorist recruitment.
