SRINAGAR: The future of India and Kashmir are linked, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said here on Thursday, stating that the Centre was willing to talk to all groups, including the separatists. During his visit to Kashmir, the Minister announced reconciliatory measures to douse the 47-day unrest in the State, including replacing pellet guns and sending an all-party delegation.Addressing a joint press conference with Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti, Mr. Singh said, “An expert committee on pellet guns will submit its report soon to find an alternative. Whether a civilian or a soldier dies, it pains the entire nation. However, nobody will be allowed to play with the future of Kashmir.”
He said the forces were “exercising maximum restraint” and more than 4,600 security personnel had been injured so far.
Bureau Report
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