Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat on Wednesday directed the force to deal firmly with anti-national elements posing a threat to public safety, peace and tranquillity.
Prabhat, the Director General of Police (DGP), was chairing a comprehensive security review meeting at the District Police Office in south Kashmir’s Shopian.
He later chaired a high-level security review meeting at the District Police Lines in Pulwama as well.
At the meeting in Shopian, the DGP took stock of the prevailing security scenario and operational preparedness of the police ahead of the Republic Day, a spokesperson said.
He conducted a detailed review of law and order management, counter-terrorism preparedness, crime control measures and security arrangements for the celebrations on January 26.
He emphasised the need for heightened alertness, foolproof security planning and robust intelligence-based operations to ensure peaceful and incident-free celebrations across the district, the spokesperson said.
Addressing the officers, Prabhat issued clear directions to deal firmly and decisively with anti-national elements posing a threat to public safety, peace and tranquility.
He reiterated zero tolerance towards activities inimical to national security and stressed the importance of sustained operations against such elements.
The DGP also carried out an in-depth assessment of the overall security environment, the ongoing anti-terror operations, law and order situation across Pulwama district.
He asked the officers to maintain a people-friendly policing approach while continuing to work with dedication, professionalism and commitment to uphold the rule of law and ensure a secure environment for the residents, the spokesperson said.
Meanwhile, Police have intensified security measures in Srinagar ahead of Republic Day to ensure smooth and incident-free celebrations, officials said on Wednesday.
In preparation for the upcoming Republic Day festivities, the Srinagar police have heightened security and inspection protocols throughout the city to guarantee a peaceful and safe observance of this national event, police officials said.
As part of the enhanced security framework, police personnel have been deployed at strategic locations across the city.
Special checkpoints and mobile patrols have been established, where thorough checks of vehicles and individuals are being conducted, according to officials.
Night patrols and surprise inspections are also being carried out to maintain heightened vigilance and deter any attempts to disrupt public order, they added.
Additionally, more personnel have been assigned to sensitive areas, with a particular focus on monitoring suspicious movements, officials informed, adding that senior police officers are personally overseeing the arrangements to ensure the effective and seamless implementation of the security plan.
The police have requested the cooperation of the general public during the verification and checking processes, and are encouraging residents to promptly report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station or the Police Control Room.
