DGP calls for advanced surveillance, inter-agency coordination in Valley

Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Wednesday chaired a high-level security review meeting to assess the prevailing security situation in the Kashmir Valley and to strategise measures for further strengthening the security and intelligence grid. The meeting was held at the Police Control Room (PCR), Srinagar.

According to an official statement, the meeting was attended by SJM Gillani, Special DG (Coordination), J&K, IGP Kashmir Zone, and other senior officers.

During the meeting, participating officers briefed the DGP on the current security scenario and operational preparedness in their respective jurisdictions. Prabhat reviewed the existing arrangements and issued directions aimed at enhancing coordination, efficiency and field readiness.

He emphasised the need to strengthen the city’s security grid through advanced surveillance, improved inter-agency coordination and proactive field engagement. The DGP also directed officers to establish dynamic and surprise nakas at strategic and vulnerable points to enhance area domination and deterrence.

Prabhat further instructed officers to maintain seamless communication between adjoining districts to ensure effective inter-district coordination and real-time information sharing. Stressing the importance of operational agility, he called for reinforcing Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) with better mobility, training and equipment. He also underscored the need to modernise and upgrade the communication network to ensure uninterrupted and secure connectivity at all levels.

The DGP concluded the meeting by reiterating the importance of professionalism, vigilance, and people-friendly policing while maintaining the highest levels of operational preparedness.