Srinagar, Aug 11: Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Vidhi Kumar Birdi today said that multi-tier security arrangements were in place to ensure peaceful Independence Day celebrations.
He said the Jammu and Kashmir Police, along with paramilitary forces, have been deployed in strength to ensure foolproof security for the August 15 celebrations.
Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Birdi said rehearsal dill preparations are currently underway for the I Day function.
” We have also put in multi-tier security to ensure smooth and peaceful Independence Day,’ he said.
Three days ago IGP, Kashmir had chaired a security review meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir to review the overall security scenario and arrangements regarding the celebration of Independence Day.
IGP Kashmir had instructed the officers during the meeting to strengthen security checkpoints, particularly during night hours, at vulnerable locations and along the city’s entry and exit routes. He also emphasized the need for strict vigilance against elements that pose a threat to peace and security.
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