Overview

• Health Minister Sakeena Itoo, under CM Omar Abdullah’s direction, met with Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and senior officials to discuss safety concerns following the Pahalgam attack.
• Punjab and Chandigarh administrations assured full cooperation to ensure the security of J&K students and business professionals residing in the region.
• Itoo personally engaged with affected students and business community members, addressing their emotional well-being and security concerns.
• Visits to local institutions, including Universal Group of Institutions and Saraswati Group of Colleges, highlighted the government’s commitment to addressing specific safety issues.
• J&K residents were advised to use dedicated government helplines for assistance, as outreach efforts continue to provide support and restore confidence.