In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today chaired a high-level meeting to review the security scenario, progress on Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyaan and District wise preparations for the forthcoming pilgrimages. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that furing the meeting, Deputy Commissioners and SSPs apprised the Lieutenant Governor of the law and order and security scenario in their respective districts.

They also gave details on the progress of 100 days campaign of the ‘Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan’ and preparations regarding the conduct of different pilgrimages in their respective districts including Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Shri Kausar Nag Yatra and Shri Budha Amarnathji Yatra. The LG directed the DCs and SSPs for ensuring seamless coordination between the Police, Civil administration and the security forces. He further asked them for conducting the Block and Thana Diwas regularly for resolving the general grievances of public.

He also directed for outcome-based efforts with whole of society approach for fighting the drug menace. The LG called for stringent action against the drug smugglers and peddlers in coordination with all the stakeholders. He emphasized identifying narco-corridors in Jammu Division to dismantle hotspots and networks operating in those areas completely. The LG also stressed the need to conduct a study on region-wise substance abuse trends and a Vulnerability Index, using WHO’s standard methodology.

Regarding arrangements of Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2026 and other upcoming pilgrimages in Jammu division, the LG directed the DCs and SSPs to conduct a comprehensive review in their respective districts. He further directed the DCs to drive seamless execution of the Vibrant Villages Programme to deliver rural health, development, economic transformation, and social upliftment and to mandate 100% screening for non-communicable diseases. The LG issued a firm directive to fortify the security grid through unwavering coordination among all security forces, ensuring a seamless and impenetrable shield against emerging threats.