JAMMU, May 6 -- Senior BJP Leader and Former Deputy Chief Minister Kavinder Gupta has urged the people of Jammu & Kashmir to remain vigilant and participate in the nationwide mock drills ordered by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on May 7, in the wake of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of innocent 26 Hindu tourists. He condemned the cowardly act of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism and said that such acts will never succeed in breaking the unity and resolve of the Indian people.

In a statement issued to the press, Kavinder Gupta said, "The mock drills being conducted are essential for assessing the preparedness of security agencies and ensuring public safety. People must not panic but understand that these drill...