Srinagar, Aug 24 (IANS) Migrant Kashmiri Pandit employees working in the Valley under the Prime Minister’s package requested the UT government on Monday for enhanced security and protection in view of “fresh threats from the terrorists”.
In a letter addressed to the J&K Chief Secretary, the PM Package Employees Forum requested enhanced security and protection for them after the threats emerged.
“We wish to draw your urgent attention to a serious security concern regarding the safety of migrant Kashmiri Pandit employees serving under the PM Package in the Kashmir Valley. A fresh threat poster, purportedly issued by a terrorist outfit calling itself the United Liberation Council (ULC) and dated 23 August 2026, has surfaced on social media,” it said, adding the poster “reportedly contains threats directed towards migrant Kashmiri Pandit employees and mentions personal details such as names, addresses and vehicle numbers of certain individuals”.
Noting that the authenticity of the poster is yet to be verified by the police and security agencies, the employees forum, in its letter, said: “However, the repeated circulation of such threat letters and posters, particularly those containing sensitive personal information, is a matter of grave concern. The matter has reportedly been brought to the notice of the concerned Police and security agencies for verification and necessary action.”
“Sir, we have already witnessed the tragic loss of Kashmiri Pandit employees in targeted attacks. The repeated emergence of new threats every week has created a deep sense of fear and insecurity among employees and their families. Our elders and the entire community are extremely worried about their safety. In view of the prevailing circumstances, we respectfully request your good office to: Provide enhanced and adequate security cover to all PM Package Kashmiri Pandit employees posted in the Kashmir Valley.”
It sought “an immediate and thorough verification” of the fresh threat poster be conducted and those responsible for its circulation identified.
It also sought a review of the security arrangements at the places of posting, residential accommodations, and transit routes of PM Package employees.
“Take necessary preventive measures based on the latest security assessment and intelligence inputs. Ensure that employees whose names, addresses or vehicle details have appeared in such threats receive immediate protection and necessary security guidance.”
“We sincerely hope that the Government will treat this matter with the utmost seriousness and take immediate steps to ensure the safety and confidence of all PM Package employees”, the letter added.
A threat letter against the Kashmiri Pandit migrant employees appeared on social media, but the veracity of the threat or the authenticity of the so-called terrorist outfit is yet to be confirmed by the security forces.
–IANS
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