Be ready to respond to any emerging security challenges: DGP to officers

Srinagar, Jul 19: Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat on Saturday directed the officers to maintain close synergy and real-time coordination to effectively respond to any emerging security challenges.
Chairing a security review meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir, DGP Prabhat, commended the dedication of all forces. He highlighted their professionalism and commitment in challenging terrains & urged upon all the personnel to remain vigilant while adopting innovative approaches to tackle evolving security dynamics.
An official said that the hybrid security review meeting of all formations of J&K Police, Army, BSF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, CISF and agencies was attended by GOC 15 Corps, Lt Gen Prashant Srivastava, GOC 9 Corps, Lt Gen Rajan Sharawat, SDG Coord, SJM Gillani, ADsG of CRPF, Armed Police, CID, IsGs of BSF, CRPF, ITBP, Kashmir/ Jammu Zones, Security, Traffic & Railways.
They participated in the deliberations which focussed primarily on the ongoing Amarnath Yatra and the obtaining security scenario.
“At the outset, participating officers briefed the chair about overall security challenges across the Union Territory. A detailed assessment was carried out on current security scenario and the coordinated efforts of various forces to ensure peace in Jammu and Kashmir,” the official added.
“The DGP besides reviewing multi-tiered security arrangements, emphasized upon the seamless coordination among all agencies. He also deliberated on the contribution of Army, along with other sister agencies, in maintaining a robust counter-infiltration grid and supporting civil authorities in sensitive areas.
Their active collaboration with J&K Police, CAPFs, and Int agencies in high-risk zones was appreciated, particularly in securing Yatra convoys and strengthening area domination to ensure a peaceful and incident-free environment” he said. (KNO)