Srinagar: Ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V K Birdi, chaired a high-level joint security meeting in Srinagar, directing intensified security measures across both urban and rural areas.
The IGP ordered round-the-clock patrolling and enhanced surveillance at all key entry and exit points to ensure foolproof security arrangements.
Union Minister Shah will arrive on a three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir on April six evening. In Srinagar, he would hold security and development review meetings on April eight. The two meetings will be held at Raj Bhavan, Srinagar
A police spokesman said Birdi chaired a joint security meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir which was attended by senior officials from various security forces, including the Police, Army, BSF, CRPF, ITBP, and intelligence agencies.
The purpose of the meeting was to assess and enhance security measures in preparation for the upcoming VVIP visit to Jammu and Kashmir.
During the meeting, officers presented detailed security strategies for the VVIP visit.
IGP Kashmir emphasized the need for heightened alertness, to counter potential terrorist threats. He stressed the importance of improving intelligence gathering, reinforcing security at vulnerable locations, and ensuring effective area and night domination.
Focus was laid on securing critical infrastructure and vulnerable areas, with specific measures to protect vital assets and ensure safety. The deployment of counter insurgency quick reaction teams (QRTs) was discussed to ensure rapid responses to emerging threats.
The IGP issued directives to strengthen security in both urban and rural areas of the valley, with round-the-clock patrolling and increased presence at key entry and exit points. He also emphasized the importance of briefing personnel on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and closely monitoring vulnerable areas to take swift action against suspicious activities.
At the end of the meeting, all the participating officers reaffirmed their commitment to implementing the outlined security measures with precision and coordination.
IGP Kashmir concluded by reiterating the collective responsibility of the forces to maintain a secure environment, ensuring the safety of the VVIP, residents, and visitors alike.
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