Sajid Raina
Srinagar, Aug 14: Jammu and Kashmir is set to celebrate the 79th Independence Day under a three-tier security cover on Friday.
Officials said that the main official event in Kashmir will be held at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar, while M A Stadium will host the central function in Jammu.
Celebrations are scheduled at all district and block headquarters, government offices, and educational institutions, they said, adding that public representatives, Deputy Commissioners, and members of Panchayati Raj Institutions will hoist the national flag at various administrative levels, including sub-districts, tehsils, and panchayats.
To ensure the smooth conduct of the events, authorities have implemented heightened security across the Union Territory.
A senior police officer said that both manpower and technology will be deployed to prevent any untoward incidents.
High-rise buildings around the main venues in Srinagar and Jammu have been secured by sharpshooters from the Police, CRPF and other forces, he said.
The officials said that these locations remain under constant observation, with drone surveillance being carried out to monitor the ground situation.
In Srinagar, detailed checks and identity verifications are being conducted on roads and highways, the officials added.
Security forces are carrying out random frisking of commuters and vehicles. Similar arrangements have been made in Jammu, where multiple security layers are in place at key points.
Officials in Jammu said coordination between various security agencies is ongoing to maintain order. People have been urged to cooperate with security personnel for the safety of all.
Security has also been stepped up in border areas, particularly in North Kashmir sectors like Gurez, Uri, Karnah, and Tangdhar, as well as in the Sunderbani sector of Jammu.
Along the International Border in Jammu, BSF personnel are conducting regular patrols and using digital surveillance tools to maintain constant vigilance.
The officials said surveillance and patrolling along the Line of Control (LoC) have been intensified. Forces remain on alert to respond to any infiltration attempts or ceasefire violations.
The Army has employed smart fencing and robotic surveillance systems in difficult terrains to ensure continuous monitoring.
Quadcopters and drones with night vision and high-resolution capabilities are being used to gather real-time intelligence.
Troops have access to bulletproof and all-terrain vehicles for quick movement in mountainous regions.
Security personnel are also undergoing training exercises simulating potential threats to improve operational preparedness.
The officials have appealed to the public to participate in the Independence Day events and assured them that all necessary arrangements are in place for their safety.
