Takes stock of security scenario at PCR Kashmir
Srinagar: The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, VK Birdi, today urged the officers to intensify the anti-terrorist operations across Kashmir while also directing them to increase joint patrolling at night to prevent terrorist movements.
He issued these directives during a comprehensive security review meeting convened to enhance and evaluate security measures across the valley at PCR Kashmir.
During the meeting, participating officers briefed IGP Kashmir on the overall security scenario and the measures taken to counter challenges.
Discussions covered various aspects, including intelligence gathering, threat assessments, and emergency response protocols for VIP visits and upcoming events like Republic Day functions.
IGP Kashmir actively engaged with officers, discussing initiatives to maintain law and order and conduct anti-terrorist operations in the valley.
Emphasizing continued efforts and coordination among different forces, he stressed the importance of strengthening collaboration between law enforcement agencies, exploring innovative technologies, and augmenting security infrastructure and response capabilities.
Officers were urged to intensify anti-terrorist operations and take stringent action against individuals or organizations supporting anti-national activities.
They were also directed to enhance joint patrolling, especially during the night, to prevent terrorist movements, police said.
The meeting was attended by DD IB Nitin Tiwari-IPS, DIG CKR Srinagar Sujit Kumar-IPS, DIG SSB Srinagar Imtiyaz Ismail Parray, DIG IR Kashmir Abdul Qayoom, SSP Srinagar Ashish Mishra-IPS, SSP PCR Shoket Hussain Shah, SSP Traffic City Srinagar Muzaffar Ahmad Shah, SSP Security Kashmir Sheikh Faisal, and SP PC Srinagar Iftikhar Talib. DIG NKR Vivek Gupta-IPS & DIG SKR Rayees Mohammad Bhat-IPS, along with district SSPs/PDs, attended the meeting virtually. Additionally, officers from the Army, BSF, CRPF, CISF, and SB also participated.
During the meeting, IGP Kashmir emphasized precision and coordination, outlining strategic measures to address potential challenges and uphold the highest security standards.
Birdi expressed confidence in the preparedness of the security forces and assured the public of their commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment. He stressed the importance of community support in maintaining peace and security in the valley.
