Apprehending a spillover of terrorism from the neighbouring Jammu and Kashmir into Himachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh on Saturday sought additional grant from the Centre to contain the terror activities in the State.
Speaking at the Inter-State Council meeting, Mr. Singh said Himachal Pradesh was facing a “serious challenge” and “future possibility of spill over of terrorism” in the districts of Chamba and Lahaul Spiti.
“We request Centre to support us in containing the terror activities by giving more grants,” he said.
His remarks come amid the state of turmoil in Kashmir Valley where 39 people have died and over 3,100 left injured in the violence since last week following the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani.
Mr. Singh also urged the Centre to provide subsided helicopter services in Himachal Pradesh so that all parts of the State remain connected throughout the year. - PTI
