Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Pays Tribute to Soldier Adarsh Negi After Kathua Terror Attack

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid tribute to Adarsh Negi, a resident of Tehri district, who was among the five army jawans who lost their lives in the July 8 Kathua terror attack.

Speaking about the incident, CM Dhami said, “Five soldiers have sacrificed their lives for the protection of our country. Their sacrifice will not go in vain. The entire nation will remember them…Terrorism will be eliminated…A befitting reply will be given to disruptive forces…”

In a social media post, CM Dhami expressed his sorrow, stating, “The news of the martyrdom of Shri Adarsh Negi of Tehri district in the cowardly attack by terrorists in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir is extremely sad. This supreme sacrifice of Adarsh Negi ji, who attained martyrdom while protecting Mother India, will always remain unforgettable.”

He added, “I pray to God to grant the virtuous soul a place in His feet and provide strength to the bereaved family to bear this immense sorrow. Humble tribute!”

Five Army soldiers were killed and several others were injured in the ambush by terrorists in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir on July 8. Following the attack, security has been tightened along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, especially for the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims.

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and Jammu and Kashmir police personnel have been deployed along the National Highway (NH44) in Udhampur. Multi-layered security arrangements have been put in place to ensure the safety of the pilgrims.

Since June 9, there have been terror strikes at four places in Reasi, Kathua, and Doda, resulting in the deaths of nine pilgrims and a CRPF jawan. A civilian and at least seven security personnel were also injured.

Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a review meeting on the security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir and directed all security agencies to “work in a mission mode and ensure quick response in a coordinated manner.”