Leh, 1 October (H.S.): To assess the prevailing law and order situation in the Union Territory of Ladakh, Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta chaired a high-level review meeting, here today.

The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Dr Pawan Kotwal, Director General of Police Dr S D Singh Jamwal, senior officers of the Army, CRPF and district administration.

During the meeting, officials briefed the LG on the latest developments, security preparedness and inter-agency coordination to ensure peace and order in the region.

The LG inquired about the condition of security personnel injured during the unfortunate incidents of violence on September 24.

It was informed that 105 security personnel including 57 CRPF personnel and over 48 police personnel sustained injuries while performing their duty at various locations.

Gupta assured that the injured personnel would receive the best possible medical treatment and directed the administration to extend full support to their families.

He expressed deep appreciation for the courage and dedication displayed by the security forces in maintaining law and order under challenging circumstances.

The LG also directed the senior police officials to identify and take strict action against the miscreants responsible for disturbing peace.

“No one involved in acts of violence will be spared. Law will take its firm course and those trying to disrupt communal harmony will face stringent action,” he stated.

The LG lauded the maturity and restraint displayed by the citizens of Leh in ensuring that normalcy is swiftly restored and said, “The Union Territory Administration is committed to safeguarding the interests of every citizen. Peace, stability and communal harmony are our foremost priorities and every possible step is being taken to uphold them.”

“The government belongs to the people and together we will ensure that Ladakh continues to shine as a beacon of peace, progress and harmony,” he added.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Krishan Kumar