JAMMU, Feb 11: Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, V.K. Birdi, IPS, chaired a high-level joint security review meeting at the Police Control Room (PCR), Kashmir, in view of the forthcoming important events.
The meeting was attended by senior officers of J&K Police, Intelligence agencies, the Army, Railways, and Central Armed Police Forces deployed across the Kashmir Zone.
IGP Kashmir reviewed the prevailing security scenario and assessed the preparedness and coordination measures put in place for the upcoming events. Emphasis was laid on effective intelligence sharing, seamless inter-agency coordination, and sustained public cooperation to maintain peace and security.
District Police Chiefs were directed to intensify market-checking drives in coordination with the Civil Administration to curb hoarding, black marketing, and overpricing of essential commodities. They were also instructed to enhance community engagement initiatives to ensure the smooth conduct of religious and public events.
In view of the anticipated increase in tourist footfall, enhanced security measures were ordered at key tourist destinations. The security of railway stations and tracks was also reviewed, with directions issued for intensified patrolling, increased surveillance, and preventive measures, including awareness initiatives to avert mishaps. Security arrangements along the National Highway were reviewed, and instructions were given to further strengthen the existing measures.
IGP Kashmir directed all officers to remain vigilant, reinforce intelligence and response mechanisms, and ensure close coordination to facilitate the smooth and peaceful conduct of forthcoming events across the Kashmir Valley.
