URI: The Army today claimed that the alarming trend of local youth joining militancy in Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a decline with fewer youths joining militant ranks this year as compared to last year.
“Last year, a large number of youth got recruited in militancy. But this year we are witnessing a decline in the trend. This year the number is very less compared to last year and among those who joined the militant ranks, six have returned or surrendered,” General Officer Commanding (GoC) of Srinagar-based 15 Corps, Lt Gen Satish Dua told reporters.
He was here in the border town to inaugurate the Chinar Youth Club set up by Army as part of Operation Sadhbavana (goodwill) to provide opportunities to the local youth to hone their skills in different fields including sports and education. (AGENCIES)
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