Two Army brigades, mobile network established in Billawar for safety of people: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Saturday said that two Army Brigades and mobile network in the remote areas of Billawar region have been established, which would not only provide security to the local people but also ensure surveillance through mobile connectivity and ease of communication in far-flung areas.

- STATESMAN NEWS SERVICE

Dr Jitendra Singh said this during a Public Durbar in the Billawar area of Kathua district.

The Public Durbar was attended by senior officers of the district administration with representatives from all the engineering wings and health department, in the presence of elected representatives including MLA Satish Sharma, DDC Chairman Mahan Singh and DDC Members.

Dr Jitendra Singh further informed that one Armed Brigade had already been established at Sarthal and now another similar Armed Brigade has been set up in Rampur township of Billawar. This will not only provide round the clock Army surveillance in the area but the Army personnel will also maintain regular liaison with the civil administration with the concerned Brigadier and the DM constantly being in touch with each other.