World News | Strengthening JK’s security for G20 meeting

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India]May 22 (ANI): Security measures have been stepped up in Srinagar as the city hosts the third meeting of the G20 tourism task force, which starts on Monday.

A three-day working group meeting will be held here from 22-24 May.

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For the three-day G20 summit on May 22-24, Kashmir is under a three-tiered security grid for aerial surveillance drone surveillance, with the National Security Guard (NSG) and MARCOS commandos on the ground in Jammu and Kashmir The Special Operations Group (SOG) with police deployed around will be deployed at several locations to provide a cover of security to prevent any terrorist incidents.

On the occasion of Srinagar hosting the G20 meeting, local singer Bilal Ahmed said: “I would like to thank our government for giving Kashmir the opportunity to host this meeting. We welcome the G20 summit which started today. It is For the development of our Kashmir. We thank the government for that.”

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“Delegates are welcomed in the city. I think for the first time since the new government took office, something good has happened. It will not only boost tourism but also the music industry,” he added.

Meanwhile, social activist Nasir Ali Khan said he was very grateful to the central government for organizing the tourism G20 meeting in Jammu and Kashmir.

“All of us at JK have participated actively in this conference and are delighted that this will provide a platform for the city and country of the future,” added Khan.

He also praised the city’s security arrangements.

Imran, the coach of the local sports academy, also said that this G20 will give young people a chance.

In Srinagar, graffiti depicting the beauty and colors of Srinagar covered the walls of the city.

So far, the G20 working group meeting in Jammu and Kashmir will focus on five key priority areas: green tourism, digitalisation, skills, MSMEs and destination management.

The conference aims to enhance economic growth, preserve cultural heritage and promote sustainable development in the region.

The event will witness the participation of G20 member countries, invited countries, international organizations and industry stakeholders. (Arnie)

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