Manoj Sinha (PTI file photo)
SRINAGAR: In his first statement after the Faridabad-Delhi terror module was busted, J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Wednesday said terrorism has been the biggest enemy of the youth in the state for more than three decades and it destroyed their dreams and aspirations.“Now that our youth and young professionals are fulfilling their dreams and achieving their aspirations, our neighbouring country and some of their terrorist elements sitting here are trying to disrupt this progress,” Sinha said while addressing the valedictory session of foundation day celebrations of Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) at Awantipora.“We must be vigilant against such ecosystems and work together to foil their efforts,” he said, adding that J&K has created its new destiny, a new identity and woven new dreams. “This must be protected at all costs and those trying to shatter the dreams of our youth must be strictly dealt with,” the LG said.”We have created massive infrastructure in five years and now young professionals must focus on development strategies to change J&K’s fortunes,” Sinha said.Meanwhile, former CM Mehbooba Mufti said those involved in the Faridabad-Delhi terror case should be dealt with strictly but urged authorities to treat the relatives of the accused fairly. “Those directly involved should face strict action, but their relatives and family members should not be treated as accused,” Mehbooba said while addressing the party workers in Srinagar.“The Delhi blast is deeply tragic and painful. If allegations against doctors are proven true after a fair investigation, it would be a matter of great concern for Jammu and Kashmir, particularly for the Muslim community. Our brightest minds must not be driven to despair or wasted. A fair, transparent probe is essential,” she said.