Says Peace & Normalcy restored in Ladakh with people’s cooperation
Says restrictions to be lifted in a Phased Manner
Directs UT Admin to provide Humanitarian & Financial Assistance to affected persons
Appeals to citizens not to heed rumours
Leh, October 1: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today chaired a high-level review meeting to take stock of the prevailing law and order situation in the Union Territory.
The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal, Director General of Police Dr. S.D. Singh Jamwal, DIG Srinagar South Shri P.K. Singh, Deputy Commissioner Leh, Senior Superintendent of Police Leh, Shri Sanjay Kumar, CO 79, Shri Rajat Jain, CO 25, and other senior officials.
The officials briefed the Lt Governor on the latest security scenario and the measures undertaken to maintain peace and stability in the region.
The Hon’ble Lt Governor lauded the relentless efforts of security forces and the civil administration in restoring normalcy over the past week under challenging circumstances. He also expressed appreciation for the patience and cooperation shown by the people of Ladakh.
Reviewing the welfare measures, Shri Kavinder Gupta enquired about the condition of the remaining injured undergoing treatment at the government hospital. He directed the administration and hospital authorities to ensure the best possible medical care. He further directed the Deputy Commissioner that, in cases where advanced medical treatment is required outside the UT, the administration must provide all possible humanitarian aid and financial support so that no individual faces hardship or feels neglected.
Appealing to the citizens, the Hon’ble Lt Governor urged people not to pay heed to rumors or misinformation and assured them that peace and harmony will be safeguarded at all costs. He emphasized that the administration, along with security forces, is fully committed to maintaining peace, law, and order across the Union Territory.
The Hon’ble Lt Governor further assured that very soon all restrictions imposed as precautionary measures will be lifted in a phased manner once the situation fully stabilizes. “Peace and development are the top priorities of the administration. Together, with the cooperation of the people, Ladakh will continue on the path of progress,” he added.
