Security tightened across Kashmir ahead of R-Day

Ahead of the Republic Day, security has been heightened in North Kashmir where a comprehensive multi‑agency security meeting was convened on Thursday by DIG (North Kashmir Range) Maqsood‑ul‑Zaman in Baramulla to review the security arrangements.

Senior officers from the Army, CRPF, BSF, District SSPs of North Kashmir Range, Armed Police, SSB, IB, CID, CIK, SDRF and Fire & Emergency Services attended the meeting.

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During the deliberations, recent developments and intelligence inputs were thoroughly analyzed with special emphasis on thwarting attempts by anti‑national elements to create disturbances.

The participating officers discussed a wide spectrum of security parameters including intensified area domination, strengthening and establishment of 24×7 check points, domination of National Highways, CCTV monitoring, protection of vital installations and minority pockets, monitoring of social media and VPN usage, preparedness for handling local law & order situations and continuous analysis of local intelligence reports.

Venue and perimeter security for Republic-Day functions were also reviewed in detail to ensure layered protection and access control.

The DIG NKR underscored the importance of seamless synergy among all forces stressing that joint drills, proactive measures, and real-time intelligence sharing are critical to ensuring peaceful and incident-free celebrations.

He further emphasized the role of public cooperation, urging citizens to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities and extend support to security forces in maintaining peace and harmony.

Meanwhile, the police in Srinagar have stepped up security and checking measures across the city to ensure a peaceful, safe, and incident-free observance of the national event.

As part of the enhanced security grid, police personnel have been deployed at strategic locations. Special checkpoints and mobile patrols have been established, where thorough checking of vehicles and individuals is being carried out. Night patrols and surprise inspections are also being conducted to maintain heightened vigilance and to deter any attempt to disturb public order.

Additional deployments have been made in sensitive areas, with a special focus on monitoring suspicious movements.

Senior police officers are personally supervising the arrangements to ensure effective and seamless implementation of the security plan.