Srinagar, Jan 18: In view of the upcoming Republic Day celebrations, Inspector General of Police Kashmir V. K Birdi on Saturday directed the officers to maintain high level of alertness and increase area domination in their respective areas.
The directions were issued by the IGP while chairing a security review meeting in Srinagar.
The meeting was attended by senior security officers from the different agencies.
A police spokesman said at the outset of the meeting, IGP Kashmir was briefed by the participating officers about the security measures and preparations put in place and presented their detailed plans, highlighting measures to enhance security, protect public spaces, and facilitate the orderly conduct of the event.
During the meeting, Birdi allotted different tasks with strict instructions of accomplishing the assignments with precision and planning.
A police spokesman said necessary directions were also issued to the officers for important arrangements for smooth conduct of the event.
“Key aspects discussed during the meeting included crowd management strategies, traffic control plans, intelligence updates and the strategic deployment of police personnel, the spokesman said.
The IGP also reviewed the security measures put in place for the security of Highways, Railway Tracks and Railway Stations across the valley.
The Traffic wing was directed by Birdi to devise proper traffic plan and to ensure uninterrupted movement of public transport/private vehicles alongwith smooth movement of protected persons.
He further directed the officers that elements involved in disturbing the prevailing peaceful atmosphere should be dealt strictly under law. The IGP said that stringent action shall be taken against such elements who misuse social media platforms for inciting violence.
The meeting concluded with the resolve to ensure safe and peaceful conduct of Republic Day celebrations.
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