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| Security gaps in Jammu after Army redeployment to Ladakh: Omar | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Mar 29: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday admitted that the redeployment of army personnel from Jammu to Ladakh, in response to Chinese incursions, had created security vulnerabilities in the region.
He emphasized the urgent need for additional measures to fortify security across Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah made these remarks during his visit to the families of the four martyred police personnel who lost their lives in a fierce encounter with infiltrating terrorists in Kathua’s Safiyan forest on Thursday. The fallen officers—Balvinder Singh, Tariq Ahmad, Jaswant Singh, and Jagbir Singh—were honored for their courage and sacrifice in protecting civilians.
During the encounter, two terrorists, suspected to be Pakistani nationals linked to the banned Jaish-e-Mohammad outfit, were neutralized. Security forces have since launched a massive combing operation to eliminate any remaining threats in the region.
Visiting the bereaved families in Kathua, Reasi, and Jammu districts, Abdullah assured them that their sacrifices would never be forgotten. Expressing his grief and gratitude, he posted on X.
"We owe a great debt to our brave police officers who laid down their lives. Their courage has saved countless innocent people."
Addressing reporters in Reasi, Abdullah acknowledged that terror attacks in the Jammu region had increased in recent years. Referring to past incidents, including a terror attack on a passenger bus carrying pilgrims, he linked the growing security concerns to the redeployment of troops to Ladakh following Chinese military advancements.
"When additional forces were required in Ladakh, we had no choice but to redeploy soldiers from Jammu. Since the Kashmir Valley also needed security, this led to a troop shortage in Jammu. Now, efforts are underway to fill this gap," he explained.
Abdullah assured the affected families that compensation for the slain policemen would be processed by the home department once government offices reopened after Eid. He also stressed the need for proactive measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
While hinting that the infiltrators involved in the recent Kathua attack might be part of a new terror group, Abdullah praised the police and security forces for intercepting them before they could cause greater devastation.
"Had these militants not been stopped in time, their intentions could have resulted in a major disaster. The sacrifice of our brave officers has undoubtedly averted a larger tragedy," he remarked.
When asked whether militancy had shifted from the Valley to Jammu, Abdullah avoided making a political statement. Instead, he maintained that his priority was to support the grieving families rather than engage in political discussions.
"This is not the moment for political debates. Right now, my focus is on standing with the families of our martyrs. However, it is clear that further steps must be taken to strengthen security in the region," he said.
Abdullah’s remarks highlight growing security concerns in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in the wake of increased militant activity in Jammu. His visit and reassurances aim to address public fears while underlining the government’s commitment to strengthening security in the region. |
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