Srinagar, May 21: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Zone, V K Birdi chaired a high-level security review meeting on Wednesday at the Police Control Room (PCR) Srinagar to assess and strategize arrangements for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2025, Muharram observances, and other major events in the Valley.
Police spokesperson in a statement said that at the onset of the meeting, participating officers briefed the chair on the security arrangements planned for the smooth and peaceful conduct of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025, Muharram, and other significant events.
The officers shared valuable insights from past experiences, emphasizing the need for robust communication channels, seamless coordination among forces, and advanced real-time monitoring systems, statement said.
Discussions focused on strengthening the existing security infrastructure, enhancing surveillance tactics, and optimizing personnel deployment along the key locations, it said.
IGP Kashmir conducted a detailed review of the security framework and directed the officers to ensure the installation of CCTV cameras at all strategic locations. He emphasized the need for adequate manpower deployment at each camp and sensitive areas to maintain a secure environment.
He also stressed the importance of intelligence-driven operations, timely threat assessments, and proactive measures to mitigate potential risks, ensuring the safety of all participants, statement said.
The meeting concluded with a strong commitment from all the officers to ensure smooth and peaceful conduct of the forthcoming events.
The meeting was attended by DIG CKR Rajiv Panday-IPS, DIG NKR Maqsood Ul Zaman-IPS, DIG SKR Javid Iqbal Matoo, SSP PCR Kashmir, all district SSsP of Kashmir Zone and other officers.
