India Tightens Security in Kashmir Ahead of Modi Speech

New Delhi has deployed thousands of troops across the India-controlled part of Kashmir as Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to make a campaign visit to the region just days after deadly militant attacks. Sharpshooters have been posted on rooftops in the main city of Srinagar, where Modi is scheduled to speak Monday at an election rally in a sports stadium. There has been an increase in militant violence since five-stage local elections began in Indian Kashmir on November 25. Voter...

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