Srinagar, September 26, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level Unified Headquarters (UHQ) meeting at Raj Bhawan in Srinagar, focusing on the overall security situation, law and order, and strategic preparedness in Jammu and Kashmir. The gathering, which commenced at 11:00 AM, underscored the administration’s commitment to maintaining peace and stability amid evolving regional challenges.The Unified Headquarters (UHQ), recognized as the apex body for security and intelligence coordination in the Union Territory, brought together top officials to deliberate on critical issues. Key attendees included Army Northern Commander Lieutenant General Prateek Sharma, Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat, Chief Secretary Atal Duloo, heads of paramilitary forces, and representatives from intelligence agencies. Security officials provided detailed briefings on the ground situation along the border areas and in the Valley, emphasizing intelligence-led operations to dismantle terrorist networks.Sources indicated that discussions centered on reviewing the current security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir, including winter preparedness, responses to recent Line of Control (LoC) escalations attributed to Pakistan, and broader counter-terrorism strategies.
The Lieutenant Governor directed agencies to enhance coordination for precise, proactive measures aimed at neutralizing threats and ensuring a “Terror-Free J&K.” This follows the successful ‘Operation Sindoor’ earlier in the year and builds on the previous UHQ meeting held in May 2025, which addressed arrangements for the Shri Amarnathji Yatra.The meeting’s outcomes are expected to guide enhanced vigilance and resource allocation as the region approaches the winter season, with a strong focus on border management and community safety. Visuals from the event, shared by official channels, depicted the Lieutenant Governor engaging with senior officers at the historic Raj Bhawan venue.This development highlights the ongoing efforts by the Jammu and Kashmir administration to foster a secure environment, supporting developmental initiatives and public welfare. Further details on actionable decisions from the UHQ deliberations are anticipated in official releases.
