Overview

• Kashmiri Pandit employees, recruited under the Prime Minister’s Special Employment Package, staged peaceful protests in Srinagar demanding stronger security measures after the Pahalgam attack.
• Protestors called for comprehensive security audits, permanent armed protection, evacuation protocols, and dedicated helplines for minority employees in the Valley.
• The government has directed Kashmiri Pandit employees in Baramulla and Anantnag districts to work from home until April 27 for their safety, following initial panic and absences from duty.
• Two chief education officers who issued the work-from-home orders were replaced by the administration, reflecting ongoing efforts to address community concerns.
• Officials have stated that the administration is reviewing the security grid and will soon announce additional measures to protect vulnerable populations in Kashmir.