Sending out a tough message to the terrorists active in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, Union Home Minister Amit Shah Thursday directed security forces to adopt 'zero tolerance' towards terrorism and terrorists.
Winding up his two day long visit, Shah also emphasised on continued strict action against terror funding and strictly enforcing 'rule of law in the state.
Referring to rising number of corruption cases, he directed the state government to take steps to ensure that the newly created Anti-Corruption Bureau focuses on cases of rampant corruption by the 'High and Mighty'.
While chairing review meeting related to preparations for the Shri Amarnathji Yatra, the Union Home Minister directed all security agencies to be fully alert and take all preventive steps to ensure violence free Yatra.
He directed top bosses of these security agencies that there should be no laxity in the enforcement of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
"Senior officers should personally supervise the arrangements at all levels. Forces should ensure best possible optimum use of latest technologies and the gadgets not only for the security of the yatra but also to facilitate the movement of the devotees and the tourists" he added. He specifically drew attention of the forces towards anti-sabotage as well as anti-subversion drills and the access control procedures.
Appreciating the whole-hearted cooperation of the people of the state in successful conduct of the yatra, the Union Home Minister reassured his commitment towards best possible arrangements.
During his first visit to the state, Shah held a number of meetings with officials to assess the security scenario in the state,and provide good governance in the state. He also interacted with a representative group of Sarpanches from the state to gain an insight into the current state of functioning of Panchayats in the state. During the visit, the Union Home Minister also visited the home of the martyred Inspector of J&K Police, Arshad Khan.
The Union Home Minister praised the work of J&K Police in countering terrorism and militancy and directed that the state government should commemorate the martyrdom of its policemen in their hometowns/ villages in an appropriate manner each year. Prominent public places should also be named after martyred policemen.
The meetings in Srinagar were attended by the Governor,Satya Pal Malik, Union Home Secretary,Rajiv Gauba all four Advisors, the Chief Secretary and senior officials of the State and Central Governments, of Security Agencies and the Armed Forces.