Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s anticipated visit to Jammu stands postponed as inclement weather forces a rescheduling of crucial engagements slated for Tuesday. Shah’s itinerary included a roster of significant events encompassing developmental inaugurations and poignant meetings that have now been put on hold, confirmed officials.
The visit was earmarked to encompass the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Jammu, where Shah was set to preside over the inauguration of projects amounting to ₹1,379 crore, prominently featuring the introduction of e-buses in Jammu city. Additionally, the schedule encompassed the laying of foundation stones for projects valued at ₹2348 crore. The itinerary also included the distribution of appointment letters to individuals granted jobs on compassionate grounds.
Among the primary agenda items was Shah’s intention to evaluate the security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir, reflecting the Home Ministry’s continued vigilance over the region’s stability.
A pivotal segment of the visit aimed to convey empathy and solidarity with the affected families in the aftermath of the tragic incident on December 22. Shah was slated to visit Dera Ki Gali in the Poonch sector to meet the families of three civilians who tragically lost their lives while in army custody, a day after the Surankote ambush claimed the lives of four soldiers and injured three personnel.
An official spokesperson cited the prevailing adverse weather conditions and the forecast as the determining factors behind the deferment of the scheduled programme. The decision to postpone, influenced by the unpredictability and severity of the weather, reflects a prioritization of safety and logistical constraints.
The postponement of Shah’s visit to Jammu underscores the susceptibility of regional engagements to climatic exigencies and emphasizes the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants involved in such crucial events. The rescheduling of this visit is awaited, as the Home Minister’s significant engagements and expressions of solidarity remain crucial amid the dynamic landscape of Jammu and Kashmir’s socio-political milieu.
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