Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Feb 20: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V K Birdi, today chaired a high-level security review meeting at PCR Kashmir in preparation for the forthcoming visit of Vice President Radhakrishnan.
It may be mentioned here that Vice President C P Radhakrishnan is scheduled to attend 21st Convocation of Kashmir University on Feb 26. It will be his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir after assuming office last year.
A police spokesman said that during the meeting, detailed security plans were presented and reviewed to ensure comprehensive arrangements for the VVIP visit.
The IGP stressed the need for heightened alertness to effectively counter potential terrorist threats. He underscored the importance of strengthening intelligence gathering mechanisms, reinforcing security at vulnerable locations, and ensuring effective area and night domination.
“Special emphasis was laid on securing critical infrastructure and safeguarding vital installations. The strategic deployment of CI/QRTs was also discussed to ensure swift response to any emerging situation,” the spokesman added.
Birdi directed officers to enhance security measures across both urban and rural areas of the Valley, with intensified round-the-clock patrolling and strengthened surveillance at key entry and exit points.
The IGP further instructed that personnel be thoroughly briefed on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and that vulnerable areas be closely monitored to enable prompt action against any suspicious activity.
“The participating officers reaffirmed their commitment to implementing the security arrangements with utmost coordination and precision. Concluding the meeting, IGP Kashmir reiterated the collective responsibility of all forces to maintain a secure environment and ensure the safety of the VVIP, residents, and visitors alike.”
Among those present were Additional Commissioner SB Srinagar; DIsG of CRPF (South/North Srinagar) and CRPF Srinagar Sector; DIG Armed Kashmir; DIsG BSF and SSB Srinagar; DIsG IRP/Traffic Kashmir and CID Kashmir; all Range DIsG of Kashmir Zone; all District SSsP of Kashmir Zone; SSP Traffic City Srinagar; Assistant Director SIB Srinagar; Colonel GS 15 Corps; SSsP of PCR Kashmir, Traffic Rural Kashmir, Railways Kashmir, CID SB Kashmir, Security Kashmir, APCR, and other senior officers.”
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