Army holds ‘synergy’ conference with ITBP, BSF in Jammu

The Army’s Northern Command in Udhampur on Saturday hosted a “synergy” conference with the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and the Border Security Force (BSF) to enhance coordination in view of the evolving security landscape, officials said.

The conference, under the leadership of General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, focused on sharing insights into the operational construct, aligning strategies and capabilities to surmount emerging security challenges, they said.

“The forum deliberated on the evolving security landscape and focused on sharing insights into the operational construct, aligning strategies and capabilities to surmount emerging security challenges,” the Northern Command said in a post on X.

The Army said Lt Gen Sharma interacted with the participants, commending them for their dedicated and resolute approach during operations. “The delibrations reinforced the spirit of synergy and trust strengthening the collective resolve towards a safer and stronger nation,” it said.

An equipment display was also organised at the venue to showcase emerging technologies inducted by the forces as part of efforts to remain future-ready, it said.

Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat on Saturday stressed on intelligence-based operations and proactive policing to maintain peace and stability in the Union territory.

Prabhat, the Director General of Police (DGP), chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the overall security scenario, counter-terror (CT) operations and the law and order situation in Awantipora police district in south Kashmir’s Pulwama.

During the meeting, the DGP took a detailed review of the prevailing security situation with special focus on ongoing CT operations, both kinetic and non-kinetic. He also reviewed measures being taken to curb drug abuse and other criminal activities across Police District Awantipora.

The DGP emphasised the need to further intensify the drive against anti-national elements, drugs and crime. He directed officers to take strict and effective action against those involved in such unlawful activities and urged them to remain vigilant, disciplined and proactive in their respective areas of responsibility.

The J&K’s top cop stressed strong coordination, intelligence-based operations, and proactive policing to maintain peace and stability.