Baramulla, May 14 -- Bunkers have once again become a key topic of discussion in the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir, following intense cross-border shelling from Pakistan that resulted in both loss of life and extensive damage to infrastructure, as stated by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday.

During his visit to Uri in Baramulla district, the J-K CM reviewed the situation in areas affected by Pakistan's shelling and noted the need for the locals of the area for such protective structures, which had diminished over the years until the recent escalation of violence.

CM Abdullah emphasised the government's commitment to providing individual bunkers to residents in response to their demands.

"Again, bunkers are...