The Army Chief also affirmed zero tolerance for human rights violations in Jammu and Kashmir and clear directions have been given to the army to act in a professional manner
There is growing discontent among the Gujjars and Bakerwals over the Modi government's promise of ST status to Paharis, while the latter are angry over their long wait; the two can influence results in more than a dozen constituencies in Pir Panjal region.
A few individuals from Poonch based in Saudi Arabia have established a significant network with Pakistani handlers for smuggling arms, money, explosives, and narcotics into India.