Chandigarh: The Haryana Police on Friday said they have put in place elaborate security arrangements to maintain law and order across the state in view of the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha’s call for a protest on Saturday. Director general of police (DGP) Ajay Singhal issued necessary directions to the officers during a special meeting called on this issue at police headquarters here. The meeting was attended by senior officers, including additional directors general of police, inspectors general of police, police commissioners and superintendents of police, who participated in the meeting through video conferencing. ADGP (CID) Saurabh Singh, ADGP (law and order) Sanjay Kumar and several other senior officers were also present at the police headquarters.The DGP said the possibility of anti-social elements attempting to disrupt law and order during the proposed blockade by farmer organisations cannot be ruled out. He said in the past as well, such elements tried to disturb the situation during similar protests. Therefore, it is essential to formulate a robust and effective strategy in advance to control any untoward situation at an early stage and ensure complete maintenance of law and order.Singhal directed police officers to activate their intelligence network and make adequate arrangements at locations where protests have been announced. He emphasised that proper briefing of the deployed police force is essential. Every police personnel should be clearly aware of their duties — what, when and how to act in any given situation.He added that while everyone has the democratic right to protest peacefully, any attempt to disrupt law and order will not be tolerated. He instructed SPs to ensure necessary arrangements, including preparation of traffic diversion plans, so that the general public does not face inconvenience.He also directed that there should be no disruption at mandi gates and that movement of tractor-trolleys should remain smooth. Police officers were instructed to hold meetings with farmer leaders in their respective areas and appeal for peace and cooperation. ADGP, CID, Saurabh Singh said officers deployed at protest sites should engage in dialogue with farmers, as most issues can be resolved through communication. He highlighted that the next five to six days are crucial in terms of crop procurement and lifting.He directed that proper arrangements be made to maintain law and order in mandis and surrounding areas. The primary objective, he said, is to ensure that farmers do not face any inconvenience in mandis. MSID:: 130171936 413 |
