Shinde Leaves for Srinagar to Help Maha Tourists Stuck in J&K
In the wake of the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which has left many tourists from Maharashtra stranded, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has taken the initiative to personally oversee the efforts to bring them back home. On Wednesday, Shinde left for Srinagar to expedite the process of rescuing the state tourists who are stuck in the region.
According to an official, Shinde will meet the stranded tourists, assess the local situation, and supervise the logistics related to their return. The Deputy Chief Minister reportedly left for Srinagar in a private aircraft, signaling his commitment to ensuring the safe and prompt return of the Maharashtra tourists.
The terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which took place on Tuesday, has left several tourists from Maharashtra stranded in the region. The incident has caused widespread concern and anxiety among the families of the affected tourists, who are eagerly waiting for news about their loved ones.
Shinde’s decision to personally visit Srinagar and oversee the rescue efforts is a testament to his commitment to the welfare of the people of Maharashtra. As Deputy Chief Minister, he has been actively involved in disaster management and relief efforts, and his presence in Srinagar is expected to bring a sense of comfort and reassurance to the stranded tourists and their families.
The government of Maharashtra has been working closely with the administration in Jammu and Kashmir to ensure the safe return of the tourists. Various measures have been taken to facilitate their return, including the deployment of special teams to Pahalgam and the arrangement of transportation facilities.
However, despite these efforts, many tourists are still stuck in the region, and their families are growing increasingly anxious. Shinde’s visit to Srinagar is expected to provide a much-needed boost to the rescue efforts and help to expedite the process of bringing the tourists back home.
Shinde’s experience in disaster management and relief efforts will undoubtedly be an asset in this situation. As a seasoned politician, he has been involved in several relief efforts in the past, including the rescue operations after the 2018 floods in Maharashtra.
The Deputy Chief Minister’s visit to Srinagar is also seen as a symbol of the strong ties between Maharashtra and Jammu and Kashmir. The two states have a long history of cultural and economic exchange, and Shinde’s visit is expected to strengthen the bonds between them.
In a statement, the government of Maharashtra said that it was “working tirelessly” to ensure the safe return of the tourists. The statement added that the administration was “in constant touch” with the families of the affected tourists and was providing them with regular updates on the rescue efforts.
The government has also appealed to the people of Maharashtra to remain calm and not to panic. “We are doing everything possible to ensure the safe return of our tourists,” the statement said. “We request the people of Maharashtra to stay calm and not to panic. We will keep them updated on the situation and will do everything possible to ensure their safe return.”
As the rescue efforts continue, Shinde’s visit to Srinagar is expected to provide a much-needed boost to the process. His experience and expertise in disaster management and relief efforts will undoubtedly be an asset in this situation, and his presence is expected to bring a sense of comfort and reassurance to the stranded tourists and their families.
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