NewzVille Desk
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, visited the Border Outpost ‘Vinay’ in Kathua during his Jammu and Kashmir visit today. He interacted with the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel deployed in the outpost. On this occasion, Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Director of the Intelligence Bureau, and Director-General of the Border Security Force, along with several other dignitaries, were also present.
Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to the martyr Assistant Commandant Vinay Prasad of the Border Security Force, who made the ultimate sacrifice while on duty at the international border in Kathua district in 2019.
Home Minister inaugurated newly built facilities at the border, including 8 women barracks, high-mast lights, a G+1 tower, and a composite BOP, all constructed at a cost of Rs 47.22 crore.
These initiatives have strengthened the security arrangements during the Border Security Force personnel’s duties and have also improved their living conditions.
Minister Shah appreciated the efforts of the BSF personnel and officers in monitoring the international border in the Jammu region. During his interaction with the soldiers, Amit Shah, said that on visiting this place one realises the difficult conditions under which the BSF personnel ensure the security of the country’s borders.
He mentioned that despite extreme cold, heavy rainfall, or temperatures reaching 45 degrees Celsius, and regardless of the geographical or climatic challenges, our soldiers remain vigilant and dedicated to securing the borders with preparedness and alertness.
