Associated News Bureau

LG Sinha Pays Tribute to Police Martyrs, Vows to Root Out Terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar, October 21, 2026: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday paid solemn tribute to police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty on Police Commemoration Day, reaffirming the administration’s resolve to eliminate terrorism and its support networks from Jammu and Kashmir. Remembering the courage, dedication and patriotism of the fallen personnel, the Lieutenant Governor said their supreme sacrifice remained an enduring source of inspiration for the Union Territory and the nation. Sinha expressed solidarity with the families of the martyrs and said that while no honour or assistance could compensate for the loss of a loved one, it was the nation’s responsibility to recognise their sacrifices through sustained support and care. He assured the Jammu and Kashmir Police fraternity that every possible effort would be made to ensure the welfare, dignity and well-being of the families of personnel who had sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. Highlighting the force’s contribution to maintaining law and order, combating terrorism and assisting people during emergencies and natural disasters, the Lieutenant Governor described the history of Jammu and Kashmir Police as one marked by courage, discipline and an unwavering commitment to duty. “Thousands of personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police have laid down their lives in the fight against terrorism,” Sinha said, adding that their courage inspired police forces across the country. He said the nation would never forget the sacrifices made to uphold the honour and dignity of the Tricolour. Emphasising the importance of peace and stability for the region’s development, Sinha said the Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Indian Army and the Central Armed Police Forces had played a vital role in safeguarding the country’s security and territorial integrity under challenging circumstances. He called upon citizens to uphold unity, communal harmony and mutual trust while remaining vigilant against elements seeking to disturb peace and stability. “Our goal is to identify and root out terrorism and every element associated with it in Jammu and Kashmir,” the Lieutenant Governor said, asserting that efforts would continue until separatist and terrorist elements were eliminated. Issuing a stern warning to those supporting terrorism, Sinha said such elements would be identified and brought to justice in accordance with the law, regardless of where they attempted to hide. The Lieutenant Governor also underscored the need to strengthen measures against crimes targeting women and children, ensure the protection of vulnerable sections and provide timely justice to victims. He called for regular reviews of monitoring and enforcement mechanisms to make them more effective. Reiterating the commitment to a drug-free Jammu and Kashmir, Sinha stressed the importance of combating drug trafficking, narco-terrorism and their associated networks.He commended the personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Indian Army and the Central Armed Police Forces for their courage, dedication and spirit of service, wishing them success in their missions, safety and a bright future. ANB