Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, VK Birdi chaired a meeting to review the overall security scenario and arrangements regarding the celebration of Independence Day and related events.
At the outset of the meeting, Birdi was briefed by officers on the security arrangements and deployment plans established to ensure the smooth and peaceful conduct of upcoming events. He directed all participating officers to make sure that the necessary preparations are completed well in advance.
During the meeting, the IGP assigned specific responsibilities to various officers, issuing clear instructions to execute their tasks with precision and thorough planning. Additional directives were provided regarding key logistical arrangements to facilitate the seamless execution of the events.
The IG instructed the officers to strengthen security checkpoints, particularly during night hours, at vulnerable locations and along the city's entry and exit routes. He emphasised the need for strict vigilance against elements that pose a threat to peace and security. Birdi also underscored the importance of maintaining a high level of alertness and increasing area domination within their respective jurisdictions.
Furthermore, Birdi reviewed the security measures implemented for the protection of highways, railway tracks, and railway stations across the Valley.
The meeting concluded with a collective commitment to heightened vigilance, improved coordination and the effective execution of security protocols to ensure the peaceful and orderly conduct of all scheduled events.
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