Lauds people of Leh for displaying restraint and maturity during the relaxations amid restrictions
JK News Today
Leh, September 27: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta today chaired a high-level security review meeting to assess the prevailing law and order and overall security scenario in the Union Territory.
The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal, Director General of Police Dr. S.D. Singh Jamwal, and senior officers of the Army and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). The officers presented a detailed briefing on current deployments, emerging challenges, and strategies aimed at ensuring public safety, peace, and a coordinated response to evolving situations.
Speaking at the meeting, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor stressed the importance of maintaining strict law and order while keeping constant watch on the security environment. He highlighted the need for seamless coordination among civil and security agencies, timely intelligence sharing, and proactive measures to counter any threat to peace and stability.
Shri Kavinder Gupta commended the people of Leh for displaying restraint and maturity during the relaxation amid today’s restrictions, thereby upholding harmony in the region. He directed the administration and security agencies to ensure law and order at all costs, while simultaneously protecting the rights and welfare of the citizens.
Reaffirming the unwavering commitment of the Government of India and the Union Territory Administration, the Lieutenant Governor said that every step will be taken to protect the security, stability, and overall welfare of the people of Ladakh. He underscored that maintaining law and order is not only vital for peace but also essential for the region’s development and progress.
The Lt Governor urged people to remain vigilant against anti-social and anti-national elements attempting to disturb harmony. He appealed for continued public cooperation with the administration to preserve peace, stability, and normalcy in Ladakh.
The meeting concluded with clear directions to adopt a proactive, coordinated, and people-centric approach to effectively address the law and order and security challenges of the Union Territory.
