Rahul Gandhi's Poonch Visit Amid Rising Tensions in Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah confirmed on Friday that Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, will visit Poonch to connect with families impacted by recent shelling by Pakistan. The visit underscores efforts to demonstrate political solidarity during challenging times for the region.

Additionally, Abdullah expressed gratitude towards the Trinamool Congress (TMC) party, whose leaders traveled to Rajouri, visiting by road. Their presence signifies a collective responsibility taken by political entities to engage with the public, offering reassurance and sympathy to those affected by the unsettling border violence.

Abdullah reiterated the duty of elected officials to listen to constituents and address their concerns. Emphasizing that while not all issues can be resolved immediately, the government is dedicated to attentive governance. His statement comes as the Jammu and Kashmir administration pledges monetary aid to the families devastated by recent incidents across the border.

(With inputs from agencies.)