Srinagar, June 18 -- Top officials including Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, senior ministers, legislators, administrative secretaries, and prominent Shia leaders were present. Officers from outside stations joined via video conference.

In his address, the Chief Minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to ensuring comprehensive and seamless preparations for Muharram. "We will leave no stone unturned in our efforts, and there should be no shortcoming from our side," he asserted.

He emphasized that the administration must remain responsive throughout the full period of Muharram, which spans two months and eight days-not just the initial ten days. "The very size and composition of this meeting reflects the importance...