Police Himachal Pradesh has intensified security measures throughout the state, especially in the districts of Chamba and Kangra, which borders Jammu and Kashmir after a terrorist attack by Pahalgam, which killed 26 tourists. | Photo Credit: PTI
Police Himachal Pradesh has intensified security measures throughout the state, especially in the districts of Chamba and Kangra, which borders Jammu and Kashmir after a terrorist attack by Pahalgam, which killed 26 tourists.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said he was quite obvious after Tuesday’s attack, the deadliest in the Pulwam strike in 2019. The police were told to keep Vigil on the border with Jammu and Kashmir, he said.
The main minister, who described the terror to hit a “cowardly act”, said “Our hearts are based on victims and their families in this incredibly painful period. We stand in unwavering solidarity with the families of the victims and with all the barbaric acts.” “He can provide peace to remote souls and strength to surviving families to carry this irreparable loss. We wish a quick recovery to the injured,” he added.
The police statement stated that field units were ordered to intensify the supervision and patrolling in sensitive zones, tourist destinations, bus stalls, religious places and public gatherings.
The district police were directed to increased safety on international borders, with regular vehicle checks and identity verification, she said.
Special supervision would be maintained above the movement of migrating workers while being monitored by suspects or undocumented individuals.
All stations officers were ordered to stay on the emergency room and maintain regular communication with all parts of society to ensure municipal harmony in the state, the police said.
In addition, all police superintendents were instructed to review and strengthen emergency plans, ensure effective communication systems, and maintain readiness to respond quickly to any undesirable incident.
Published – April 24, 2025 06:55
