May, 21, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed the press conference and shared his opinions on several issues, including the union territories J and K. RAREISM Regular FIT Plain Shirt
Responding to questions about why India did not escalate or push further during Operation Sindhoor, L-G Manoj Sinha asserted to the current global landscape. He highlighted that one only needs to look at ongoing prolonged conflicts around the world to understand the wisdom of strategic restraint and measured military responses, avoiding endless escalations. Wars can only be started, ending war is not in anyone’s hand.
On J and K, Sinha defended the present administrative structure of Jammu and Kashmir, noting that the UT framework is not a new concept in Indian governance. He insisted that the structure is serving its intended purpose for stabilizing the region.
While acknowledging that challenges prevail, he emphasized a significant drop in casualties compared to previous decades. By stating, people know how many lives were being lost earlier, he highlighted a net improvement in the security matrix, preferring to let the data speak for itself.
He further added, the region continues to counter persistent infiltration and tactical shifts from across the border, despite efforts from the authorities. The new challenge is the weaponization of narcotics. Cross-border networks are increasingly smuggling drugs to fund terror activities and target the youth. The administration is countered this with a strict anti-drug and rehabilitation strategy. Colonial Bias Exposed: Norway's Aftenposten slammed for 'blatantly racist' cartoon targeting PM Modi
He concluded with security setback in the tourist hub of Pahalgam, a major focus of the administration is restoring confidence, ensuring robust security grids, and reviving the local tourism-dependent economy through public outreach. The Fall of Hamza Burhan: Closing the Chapter on a Pulwama Terror Mastermind
He asserted, Pakistan is not active as much as it was pre-Pahalgam.