Tightened Restrictions in IIOJK Ahead of Amit Shah’s Visit

As Indian Home Minister Amit Shah begins his high-profile tour of Jammu and Poonch, security forces in the region brace for heightened activity amid increased restrictions and surveillance.

Indian Home Minister Amit Shah has kicked off a two-day visit to Jammu and Poonch in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), prompting authorities to impose strict restrictions across both districts of IIOJK.

Officials have confirmed that restrictions has been tightened significantly, especially around sensitive areas in Jammu, where Shah is scheduled to hold a high-level meeting. His visit includes stops at religious sites and interactions with Indian Border Security Force (BSF) personnel.

In Jammu, extra Indian troops have been deployed in and around the Governor’s House, which is the primary venue for the minister’s scheduled meetings. The deployment reflects the administration’s focus on ensuring the minister’s safety during his engagements in the volatile region.

Amit Shah will also visit key religious locations in Jammu. His presence has triggered a flurry of security arrangements involving both personnel and equipment.

The situation in Poonch district is equally intense. Vehicle checks and people frisking have become routine at various locations. Authorities have installed checkpoints at all entry and exit points to monitor the movement of vehicles and maintain strict surveillance. This step-up in security is part of a broader effort to prevent any untoward incidents during Shah’s travel across the area.

After spending the night in Jammu, Amit Shah is set to fly to Poonch on Friday. During this leg of his tour, he is expected to interact with local residents and make visits to prominent religious places, including the Singh Sabha Gurudwara. He will also meet with local officials to discuss administrative and security matters concerning the region.

One of the key highlights of the visit will be Shah’s interaction with Indian BSF personnel at a camp in Poonch. This is part of the minister’s agenda to boost morale among forces stationed in the sensitive border region. His conversations with the soldiers will likely focus on operational updates and challenges faced by the troops on the ground.

This visit comes at a time of ongoing unrest and political tension in IIOJK. The region remains under the spotlight due to its sensitive geopolitical status, and high-level visits such as this often lead to increased security and administrative activity.