IGP Kashmir chairs security review meeting

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  • 29 Sep 2025

SRINAGAR, Sept29:Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, V.K. Birdi, IPS, chaired a comprehensive security review meeting at the Conference Hall of the Police Control Room, Kashmir, to assess the prevailing security situation across the valley. The meeting was attended by all Range DIGs, District SSPs of Kashmir Zone, and other senior officers. At the outset, Range DIGs and SSPs briefed the IGP on the overall crime and security conditions in their respective jurisdictions. Detailed reviews covered law and order management, ongoing counter-terror operations, and public safety measures. Deliberations focused on critical issues including enforcement under the NDPS Act, efforts to achieve zero terror recruitment, strengthening district-level security grids, and property attachment proceedings against terror elements, among other strategic concerns. IGP Birdi laid strong emphasis on enhanced monitoring of social media platforms to curb misinformation, propaganda, and anti-national content. Addressing the narcotics challenge, he directed intensified anti-drug operations, increased surveillance on offenders, and proactive dismantling of drug networks. He also highlighted the importance of community outreach and rehabilitation as part of a holistic anti-narcotics strategy. A district-wise security plan was discussed in detail, focusing on the protection of key installations, sensitive areas, and enhancing inter-agency coordination. The IGP stressed the need for proactive intelligence gathering and swift response mechanisms to effectively counter emerging threats. He further directed officers to intensify area domination, conduct night patrolling in sensitive zones, and maintain strict surveillance on anti-national elements (ANEs). Appreciating the efforts of district chiefs in crime prevention, IGP Birdi underscored the importance of improving the quality of investigations. He urged officers to remain vigilant, responsive, and people-centric in their approach.        

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