Collective efforts will eliminate cross-border narco-terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, says L-G Sinha

‘I am confident that our collective efforts will eliminate the narco-terrorism unleashed by the neighbouring country and lead the way for realising the goals of building a drug-free Jammu and Kashmir,” Mr. Sinha said, referring to Pakistan.

Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha on April 30 expressed confidence that collective efforts will eliminate narco-terrorism unleashed by "the neighbouring country" in the Union Territory.

Mr. Sinha was addressing a gathering before flagging off a marathon in Jammu to mark the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast.

The Lt. Governor also hosted a special programme to celebrate the programme at the Raj Bhawan here, terming it as a "historic moment" as hundreds of eminent personalities came together to listen to PM Modi’s "wisdom and vision that is guiding India's developmental journey".

The marathon, organised by the Hindustan Scouts and Guides and the Dogra Kranti Dal, is one of 100 marathons scheduled throughout the day across the Union Territory to celebrate the monthly radio broadcast.

"The 100 marathons across the Union Territory will also raise awareness and strengthen action and cooperation against drug abuse and trafficking," Mr. Sinha told the gathering before flagging off the marathon at the Balidan Stambh (War Memorial).

The Lt. Governor said people from different walks of life have come together to fight the drugs menace.

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