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Admin directs enhancing surveillance, strengthening security across Ganderbal district

 In this regard, The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir on Thursday convened a high-level meeting here to review and discuss the security situation in the district
12:00 AM Oct 25, 2024 IST | Irfan Raina
admin directs enhancing surveillance  strengthening security across ganderbal district
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Ganderbal, Oct 24: In the aftermath of the attack on the camp site at Z Morh tunnel project in Gagengar area which killed seven people including a doctor, the district administration Ganderbal has geared up to further strengthen the security and enhancing the surveillance across the district

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In this regard, The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir on Thursday convened a high-level meeting here to review and discuss the security situation in the district. The meeting addressed various security concerns across the district, and key decisions were made to strengthen security and ensure safety for residents and government establishments, officials said . The DC directed all Heads of Departments (HODs) and executing agencies to install CCTV cameras in all important establishments for enhanced surveillance and security. The Forest Department was specifically instructed to alert their field staff to report any illegal activities in forest areas immediately to the concerned Station House Officers (SHOs).

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DC Ganderbal emphasised the importance of taking precautionary measures to safeguard key establishments and staff from potential threats. ACD Ganderbal was asked to ensure that field functionaries report any non-local individuals residing in their respective areas. Additionally, the ACD, Tehsildars, and Executive Officer Municipality were tasked with installing CCTV surveillance in shops and other establishments. Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) was instructed to ensure that all laborers in the district are covered under insurance for their safety and security.

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The executing agencies for the Z-Morh and Zojila tunnel projects were directed to enhance security at residential camps by ensuring proper fencing, installing surveillance cameras, and deploying sufficient guards to provide a secure environment for labourers. Tehsildars were also instructed to share real-time information and regularly coordinate with Lumberdars and Chowkidars to monitor any unusual activities within the district. SSP Ganderbal urged all HODs to promote security awareness within their departments and ensure strict access control in all important offices and establishments. He said that crash training sessions will be provided to private security guards, where necessary, to enhance their preparedness.

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