NEW DELHI, Mar 9:
Union Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi is likely to visit Jammu and Kashmir next week and review the security situation in the State.
The visit bears significance as Election Commission has announced by-election to Srinagar and Anantnag Lok Sabha constituencies where polling will be held on April 9 and 12 respectively.
During the two-day tour, Mehrishi will hold meetings with top officials of the State Government, police, paramilitary forces and Army and take stock of the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in border areas.
The Home Secretary is expected to call on Governor N N Vohra and Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti and discuss with them various issues concerning the State. (PTI)
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