Lt Governor Ladakh reviews law and order situation

Leh, Oct 1: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta on Wednesday chaired a high-level review meeting to take stock of the prevailing law and order situation in the Union Territory.
According to a statement, the meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Dr Pawan Kotwal, Director General of Police Dr S D Singh Jamwal, DIG Srinagar South P K Singh, Deputy Commissioner Leh, Senior Superintendent of Police Leh, Sanjay Kumar, CO 79, Rajat Jain, CO 25, and other senior officials.
The statement reads that the officials briefed the Lt Governor on the latest security scenario and the measures undertaken to maintain peace and stability in the region.
“He lauded the relentless efforts of security forces and the civil administration in restoring normalcy over the past week under challenging circumstances. He also expressed appreciation for the patience and cooperation shown by the people of Ladakh,” it reads.
It added that LG Gupta also enquired about the condition of the remaining injured undergoing treatment at the government hospital. “He directed the administration and hospital authorities to ensure the best possible medical care. He further directed the Deputy Commissioner that, in cases where advanced medical treatment is required outside the UT, the administration must provide all possible humanitarian aid and financial support so that no individual faces hardship or feels neglected,” it reads.
The Lt Governor urged people not to pay heed to rumors or misinformation and assured them that peace and harmony will be safeguarded at all costs.
He emphasised that the administration, along with security forces, is fully committed to maintaining peace and law and order across the Union Territory.
“He further assured that very soon all restrictions imposed as precautionary measures will be lifted in a phased manner once the situation fully stabilizes. Peace and development are the top priorities of the administration. Together, with the cooperation of the people, Ladakh will continue on the path of progress,” reads the statement. (KNO)