For the first time in the history of troubled Jammu and Kashmir in the past two decades the number of terrorist has fallen to a remarkably low point. From 1990 to 2000 on an average 4000 terrorist were present in the state. In the past decade the number has never fallen down to 700. But in the recent past the number has come down to a mere 200. Therefore in terms of terror acts and violence 2011 has been recorded as the most peaceful year in Jammu and Kashmir for the past two decades. The possible reasons for such decline in the number of terrorists in the state as believed by security agencies are turmoil in Pakistan and lack of peoples support to terrorists and their activities. Terrorists made all kinds of efforts to tap the anger of the youth pelting stones, but failed to do so. Successful panchayat election after 23 years indicates that the people in the state want to move forward and live in place.       

MG News Desk