GOC Dhillon urges Kashmiri mothers to stop children from path of Militancy

SRINAGAR, MAR 09 (PTK): Indian Army Lieutenant General Kanwal Jeet Singh Dhillon on Saturday urged the Kashmiri mothers to “stop” their children from going on the paths of militancy.

Speaking at the passing out parade of Jammu and Kashmir light infantry, Dhillon asserted that for those who have joined the militants’ ranks and want to return, the Amry will ensure safety and security and will help them to get back into the mainstream.

While 152 Kashmiri youth today passed out and joined the light infantry, the Indian Army is also currently conducting a Territorial recruitment rally in four districts of Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban and Udhampur from March 5 to 13. According to reports more than 3000 aspirants have so far taken part in the recruitment rally.

After the Pulwama attack where 40 CRPF personnel lost their lives and air strikes at Pakistan’s Balakot by the Indian Air Force, the enthusiasm among the Kashmiri youth seems to be high with a large number of youth wanting to join the Army ranks.

In the aftermath of the Pulwama attack, IAF had carried out air strikes across the LoC on February 26 and on February 26 successfully thwarted the Pakistan Air Force’s attempt to intrude into the Indian air space. During the interception, IAF pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan crash landed in Pakistan but was returned by Pakistan within 2 days due to international pressure. Abhinandan’s heroics have also inspired many Kashmiri youths to join the defence forces.    (PTK)