Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today met Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde in Mumbai and expressed satisfaction over the measures taken by Maharashtra Government for the safety of J&K residents.

The Deputy Chief Minister also interacted with students, businessmen and professionals working in Maharashtra to instil sense of security among them.

During the meeting, Choudhary emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety and security of J&K residents living in Maharashtra. He urged Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde to take all necessary steps to safeguard their wellbeing in view of recent concerns.

In response, Eknath Shinde assured his full support and reiterated that both the government and people of Maharashtra stand firmly with the people of Jammu and Kashmir to protect and support them.

Acting on the instructions of Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, Deputy Chief Minister Choudhary also held separate meetings with students from various colleges and universities, private sector employees, and businessmen to personally enquire about their wellbeing and any safety concerns. He also met with senior police officials as well.

He reaffirmed that the safety of J&K residents remains top priority for the government, stating, “We will go the last mile to ensure the safety and welfare of our people.”

Expressing solidarity, Choudhary emphasized that the Omar Abdullah government is deeply concerned about the wellbeing of its people and is committed to ensuring their security at all times.

He assured the community that there is no need for fear or anxiety, emphasizing, “Our government is available 24x7 to assist you.”

He also advised students and other residents to contact the official helpline numbers circulated by the administration in case of any assistance.