Srinagar, Oct 13: Director General of Police (DGP), Nalin Prabhat, on Tuesday chaired an operations review meeting in hybrid mode at PCR Kashmir to assess the prevailing security scenario, with particular emphasis on strengthening the professional competence and operational preparedness of J&K Police.
The meeting was attended by senior officers including Spl DG Coordination PHQ, ADGP CID, ADGP Armed, IGP Railways, IGP Kashmir Zone, IGP Hqr PHQ, IGP Security, IGP Traffic J&K, IGP Crime J&K, IGP Jammu Zone, IGP Armed Jammu, IGP Cyber Crime J&K (JK4C), IGP Technical PHQ J&K, all range DIGs of J&K, and other senior officials from various wings of the police force, a police spokesperson said in a statement issued here.
At the outset, senior officers briefed the chair on the operational preparedness and key security-related developments in the Union Territory. They apprised the DGP of the measures being undertaken to maintain peace and security, the steps taken to strengthen intelligence-gathering mechanisms, and the efforts made to enhance overall operational effectiveness.
During the review, the DGP called for strengthening intelligence-based operations and maintaining heightened vigilance. Stressing the importance of inter-agency coordination, he called for seamless information sharing among District Police, intelligence agencies, and other security forces to ensure effective operational outcomes.
Prabhat stressed the need to intensify patrolling, strengthen area domination, and undertake focused operations based on actionable intelligence.
Thee J&K Police chief underscored the importance of leveraging available technology to enhance surveillance, improve situational awareness, and strengthen the response capabilities of field formations.
He called for enhanced security in border areas, with close monitoring of sensitive locations, strengthened engagement with local communities to build trust and encourage the sharing of timely information, and coordinated efforts to prevent infiltration and other security threats.
The DGP also called for effective utilisation of the tenant verification application and called for the maintenance of updated digital records of tenants and their verification status.
Emphasising the importance of institutional discipline and effective supervision, he directed senior officers to conduct frequent inspections of Police Stations to review the maintenance of official records, ensure proper upkeep and hygiene of police premises, and assess the welfare, cleanliness, and living conditions of police personnel.
Prabhat further stressed the need for routine checks to maintain discipline, punctuality, professional conduct, and operational readiness among personnel at all levels.
The DGP directed Traffic Police to intensify enforcement against traffic violations, ensure strict compliance with traffic regulations, and take appropriate action against offenders.
He called for sustained traffic management efforts to promote road safety, ensure smooth traffic movement, and enhance public convenience.
The meeting concluded with the DGP directing the participating officers to strengthen operational preparedness and ensure effective coordination to address emerging security challenges and maintain peace and security across the Union Territory. The DGP called upon all officers to remain alert, proactive, and operationally prepared.
