IGP chairs joint security review meeting at Pahalgam

Srinagar, Jul 24: In the midst of the ongoing Amarnath Yatra, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V.K. Birdi, convened a joint security review meeting at Nunwan Base Camp, Pahalgam.
The meeting was attended by a range of stakeholders, including Police officers, Army, CAPF forces, NDRF, SDRF, MRT, Base Camp directors, Security, Traffic, Fire Services, and intelligence agencies, a police spokesman said in a statement.
IGP Kashmir directed all security agencies to work in close coordination to ensure a safe and secure Amarnath Yatra.
Emphasizing the importance of collective effort and coordination, he stressed the need to prevent any potential threats, address emerging challenges, and ensure the safety of Pilgrims.
During the meeting, IGP Kashmir reviewed the current security scenario and discussed measures to ensure a secure environment for Yatris, tourists, and locals alike. The meeting also focused on strategies to counter terrorism and maintain law and order in the Pahalgam axis.
The meeting was attended by GOC Victor Force Balbir Singh; IG CRPF G.K. Verma; PYO DIG Sujit Kumar, DIG SKR Javed Matoo, DIG CRPF Deswal; SSP Anantnag, Dr. G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy; SSP Kulgam and Commandants of CRPF, ITBP and BSF.
The review meeting underscored the commitment of all stakeholders to ensure the safety and security of the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims. (KNO)