War against terrorism not over yet: LG
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By Aatif Qayoom
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26 Sep 2025
Whole of Govt needed to tackle radicalisation, drug menace
Announces reopening of key tourist destinations from Sept 29
Stakeholders say revival move timely & reassuring
Srinagar, Sept 26: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today chaired a high-level Unified Headquarters (UHQ) meeting at Raj Bhawan, Srinagar, to review the current security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by top military and civil officials, including Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat, General Officers Commanding 15 Corps Lt Gen Prashant Srivastava, 16 Corps Lt Gen P.K. Mishra, and 9 Corps Lt Gen Rajan Sharawat. Also present were Air Vice Marshal Vikas Sharma, Air Officer Commanding J&K S.J.M. Gillani, Special DG Coordination PHQ, Principal Secretary Home Chandraker Bharti, ADGP CID Nitish Kumar, Principal Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor Dr. Mandeep K. Bhandari, along with senior officials from the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Jammu & Kashmir Police, intelligence agencies, and civil administration.
During the meeting, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated the security forces, police, and intelligence agencies for their recent successful anti-terror operations within the Union Territory.
“War against terrorism is not over yet. Both kinetic and non-kinetic operations must continue unabated. We must maintain the momentum and take stringent action against terrorism and its entire ecosystem,” the Lieutenant Governor emphasised.
He further directed the security apparatus to pursue continuous improvement and proactively adapt to evolving threats. Highlighting the importance of a comprehensive response, the Lieutenant Governor called for a ‘Whole of Government Approach’ to effectively tackle issues of radicalisation and the drug menace.
Meanwhile, following a comprehensive security review conducted at the
Unified Headquarters (UHQ) meeting, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the reopening of 12 tourist destinations across Jammu and Kashmir from
September 29. The sites had been temporarily shut down in the aftermath of the
April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of innocent tourists and led authorities to suspend tourism activities at sensitive locations as a precautionary measure.
The fresh order clears
seven locations in Kashmir Division and
five in Jammu Division to reopen for public and tourist access, marking a significant move towards restoring normalcy and boosting the local economy ahead of the autumn tourism season.
Tourism stakeholders from both regions have hailed the decision as timely and crucial, especially as the Union Territory prepares for increased tourist footfall during the cooler months.
“The reopening of Aru and Rafting Point Yanner will rejuvenate adventure tourism in Anantnag. Our operators are ready with enhanced safety protocols,” said Bashir Ahmad, a tour operator based in South Kashmir.
In Jammu Division, hospitality players echoed a similar sentiment. “Destinations like Padri and Dhaggar have been awaiting tourists for months. This will revive business for homestay owners, guides, and transporters,” said Rajesh Sharma, President of a local hotel association in Kathua.
Officials confirmed that stringent security protocols have been established at all the locations cleared for reopening. District administrations have been instructed to work in coordination with local police and tourism departments to ensure a smooth and secure reopening process.
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