Srinagar, Sep 11: Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat Thursday chaired a security review meeting at the Conference Hall of Police Control Room Kashmir to assess the prevailing security situation in the UT of J&K and to discuss measures to further strengthen the security framework.
The meeting was attended by Spl. DG Coordination J&K S.J.M Gillani, ADGP Hqrs PHQ J&K MK Sinha, ADGP Armed J&K Anand Jain, ADGP CID J&K Nitish Kumar, IGsP of (Kashmir Zone, Jammu Zone, Crime J&K, Traffic J&K, Railways J&K), all range DIsG of J&K, DIG Pers PHQ, DPT J&K, all district SSsP of J&K, SSP PCR Kashmir, SO to IGP Kashmir, SO to DGP J&K, AIG (CT & Int) PHQ and other senior officers.
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At the outset, the Zonal Inspector Generals and heads of various wings briefed the DGP J&K on the current security situation in the Union Territory. The DGP was also briefed about the recent developments regarding anti-terrorist operations and actions taken in response.
The discussion further focused on recent security issues, ongoing challenges, and strategies to address them. DGP J&K stressed the importance of reviewing and strengthening security plans, as well as developing effective counter-insurgency measures to ensure the smooth and peaceful execution of upcoming events, a police spokesman said in a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO).
Prabhat directed the officers to intensify surveillance on anti-national elements and ramp up area domination efforts in their respective areas. He emphasized the importance of bolstering security around vulnerable targets and ensuring foolproof security measures.
Additionally, DGP J&K urged district heads to closely monitor social media platforms to prevent the spread of misinformation that could jeopardize public safety and order.
The DGP J&K also addressed the issue of rising general crime in certain areas of the UT and directed district heads to strengthen community policing initiatives and improve public outreach programs.
He stressed the need for targeted operations to disrupt criminal networks and maintain a sense of safety and security among the public. Underscoring the critical need for a coordinated approach to combat the growing menace of narcotics, the DGP directed the officers to take stringent action against those involved in the drug trade.
The meeting concluded with a strong commitment to enhance vigilance, strengthen coordination, and ensure the effective implementation of security measures to uphold peace and safety throughout the valley—(KNO)
