Srinagar, Oct 24: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Zone Sujit Kumar on Saturday chaired a meeting in hybrid mode to review crime disposal, security preparedness and policing measures across the Valley.
The meeting was attended by all three Range DIGs and District SSPs of Kashmir Zone.
During the meeting, the IGP reviewed progress of crime disposal and stressed timely investigation and disposal of cases within the stipulated 60/90-day timelines under the new criminal laws.
He also reviewed theft-related cases, recovery rates and measures to dismantle organised theft networks.
Directing officers to strengthen intelligence gathering, the IGP called for effective action against overground workers (OGWs), hybrid terrorists and other elements inimical to peace and security. He stressed close monitoring of emerging security challenges and coordinated efforts to maintain peace and public order.
The meeting also focused on winter preparedness, with particular emphasis on heating arrangements and availability of essential facilities for police personnel deployed at police stations and other establishments. The IGP stressed that adequate arrangements must be ensured for personnel performing duties under harsh winter conditions.
He further directed that police nakas be made more dynamic, effective and intelligence-driven while ensuring minimum inconvenience to the general public. He also stressed strengthened inter-agency coordination and increased synergy on the ground to enhance operational efficiency.
Reviewing pending and court-stayed cases, the IGP emphasized proper monitoring and timely follow-up as per judicial directions and legal procedures.
The meeting also deliberated on identifying suitable police stations for development as Model Police Stations and upgrading existing police stations and posts to improve policing standards, infrastructure and public service delivery.
Highlighting community engagement, the IGP stressed regular police-public meetings to address public grievances, promote community participation and strengthen public trust.
The IGP directed all officers of Kashmir Zone to ensure close supervision of crime disposal, strengthen preventive and intelligence-based policing, ensure adequate winter preparedness and maintain coordinated efforts to uphold peace, security and public safety across the Valley.(GNS)
