JKNS DESK
New Delhi, Oct 21 (JKNS): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said the country had made significant progress in addressing major internal security challenges, asserting that the government had largely succeeded in reining in terrorism in Kashmir.
Speaking in Delhi, as per news agency JKNS, Shah said Kashmir, the Northeast and regions affected by Naxalism had remained critical hotspots for internal security for decades, but peace was now prevailing across all three.
“In Kashmir, we have largely succeeded in reining in terrorism,” Shah said.
Referring to developments in the Northeast, he said various peace agreements and thousands of individuals laying down arms had helped the region move towards peace.
He also claimed that security forces had achieved significant success in eradicating the Naxalite menace, which had persisted across several states for five decades.
Shah extended his appreciation and congratulations to the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and its CoBRA battalions for their role in tackling Naxalism.
He also praised the Chhattisgarh Police for demonstrating bravery, perseverance and patience in addressing the challenge, expressing gratitude for their contribution to internal security. (JKNS)
