Kashmir Police Chief VK Birdi has asked security agencies to put in place foolproof security measures to ensure the peaceful conduct of Muharram and the International Day of Yoga (IDY).
Birdi, the Inspector General of police (IGP) of Kashmir, chaired a security review meeting at the police control room in Kashmir here to assess the ongoing security arrangements for Muharram, IDY and other upcoming events.
Along with key police officials, the meeting was attended by senior officers of the Central Reserve Police Force, SSB and border security forces (BSF) and other important security and intelligence agencies.
At the start of the meeting, the officers taking part in the meeting briefed the IGP on the security arrangements put in place for the smooth conduct of the two important events.
The security measures related to the management of mourning processions, crowd control, traffic regulation and maintenance of law and order during the period were also discussed.
The IGP Kashmir also reviewed the arrangements for the IDY and took stock of the security and logistical preparations for the event. The IGP also directed the district heads to devise comprehensive security strategies and route plans in their respective districts so as to prevent any untoward event.
The meeting ended with strong commitment from the participating officers pledging to ensure smooth and peaceful conduct of forthcoming events in the Kashmir Valley.
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