Kishtwar, Nov. 1 -- union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Sunday said democracy is the soul of India and no anarchist force could destroy it, asserting that attempts to destabilise elected governments through street protests would not succeed.

Addressing a gathering after leading the 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' (Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy) Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, Singh said the massive participation of local residents, party workers and supporters reflected the strength of democratic values even in the country's remote and far-flung regions.

A large number of people joined the march from the Tourist Reception Centre to Dak Bungalow, expressing their support for the campaign.

Singh said the strong voice em...