Excelsior Correspondent
Srinagar, July 2: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) North Kashmir Range Maqsood-Ul-Zaman today directed for multi-layered security across vulnerable zones, including cable car terminals at the tourist resort, Gulmarg.
He passed these directions during a jointly convened high-level security coordination meeting along with DIG North Kashmir Operations Range (CRPF) Raghuvansh Kumar at in Gulmarg.
The meeting was convened to reinforce safety measures across the Gulmarg Bowl and its environs during the peak tourist season.
During the discussions, the DIG underscored the pressing need for coordinated, multi-layered security across vulnerable zones, including cable car terminals, forest tracks, densely populated tourist spots, and major access routes.
He stressed the importance of maintaining continuous surveillance, real-time intelligence exchange, and synchronized patrol efforts that unite the capabilities of all uniformed forces.
The DIG also emphasized adherence to the highest standards of professionalism and readiness in response protocols.
Both DIGs affirmed their commitment to enhancing security coverage, refining emergency and incident response systems, and optimizing crowd and vehicle check mechanisms.
The security grid was expanded to incorporate strategically positioned checkpoints and the activation of rapid response teams.
It was also stated that communication channels between field units and command centers have been fortified to enable instantaneous reporting and coordination.
“Acknowledging the sensitive security climate post-Pahalgam incident, participants concurred on the necessity of sustained inter-agency cooperation, public awareness outreach, and improved emergency preparedness.”
Senior officers from the J&K Police, Army, CAPF, and Civil Administration – including COs of 18 RR, 09 Raj Rifles, 2 RR, 29 RR, 62 RR, 52 RR, 6 Dogra; SSP Baramulla; SSP Traffic Rural Kashmir; SDPO Tangmarg; SDPO Magam; DySP CID/CIK Baramulla; COs of 80 Bn. BSF, 176 Bn. CRPF, 53 Bn. CRPF; CEO GDA Gulmarg; SDM Gulmarg; MD Cable Car Corporation; and Assistant Director Tourism – attended the session with the shared objective of ensuring a robust and seamlessly integrated security grid and tourist activities.
The meeting also included key stakeholders from the local tourism community,the President of Gulmarg Transport Association, President of Tangmarg Transport Association, and members from Gulmarg Hotel Association, whose participation underscores the collaborative public-private approach to regional security.
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