Srinagar, Apr 17: Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir Zone, V.K. Birdi (IPS) on Friday directed officers to intensify surveillance on anti-national elements and enhance area domination in their respective jurisdictions.
The IGP chaired a security review meeting at PCR Kashmir to evaluate and finalise security arrangements for forthcoming events in the Kashmir Valley. The meeting was attended by IG CRPF Srinagar Sector, IG CRPF KOS, Additional Commissioner SB Srinagar, DIGs of CRPF (North Srinagar & KOS), DIG Traffic Kashmir, DIG CKR, DIG SKR, DIG BSF Ops Ftr, DIG SSB Srinagar, DIG ITBP, all district SSPs of Kashmir Zone, Assistant Director SIB Srinagar, Colonel GS 15 Corps, SSPs of PCR Kashmir, Traffic Rural Kashmir, Railways Kashmir, Security Kashmir, SDRF 1st Bn Srinagar, CID CI Kashmir, APCR, Traffic City Srinagar, and other senior officers.
The meeting primarily focused on reviewing security arrangements in anticipation of forthcoming events, a police spokesperson said in a statement issued here. He said the deliberations were held to further strengthen the existing security framework and optimise the deployment of personnel at critical and sensitive locations.
The Kashmir police chief stressed the necessity of strengthening security arrangements around vulnerable installations, including prominent tourist destinations, to ensure a safe and secure environment for visitors. He called for strict surveillance along inter-district boundaries to prevent any suspicious movement.
Special directions were issued regarding effective traffic management in Srinagar city, with instructions to implement a comprehensive traffic plan aimed at easing congestion, ensuring smooth vehicular movement, and minimising inconvenience to the public, the spokesperson said.
IGP Kashmir also reviewed preparedness related to Hajj arrangements, directing officers to ensure adequate security, facilitation, and coordination at all designated points to guarantee the safe and orderly movement of pilgrims.
Birdi instructed district heads to maintain strict vigilance over social media platforms to curb the spread of misinformation that could adversely impact public safety and order. He called for intensified cordon and search operations, particularly in sensitive areas across the Valley and along National Highways.
The meeting concluded with a firm resolve to maintain the highest standards of preparedness, coordination, and responsiveness to ensure the smooth and successful conduct of all forthcoming events, the spokesperson said.
