Amit Shah to Visit Poonch Amid Tensions: Relief Hopes Rise
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Poonch to meet families affected by Pakistani shelling and engage with security forces. Security has been increased, and residents hope for relief. Rahul Gandhi has called for government aid. Operation Sindoor recently targeted terror sites in response to attacks, escalating tensions.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to visit Poonch, where he plans to meet with families impacted by Pakistani shelling. This visit follows the success of Operation Sindoor, a security operation that dismantled terrorist sites across the border. Shah will also inspect the affected areas and address BSF, Indian Army, and J&K Police personnel.
In preparation for Shah's arrival, security measures have been intensified in Poonch. Local residents are hopeful that his visit will result in a relief package amid ongoing concerns of recent shelling incidents.
This visit comes after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's call for a robust relief and rehabilitation package for those suffering due to the violence. Gandhi highlighted the tragic loss of 14 lives and the destruction of hundreds of structures in his plea to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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