IGP Kashmir reviews traffic, security plans for smooth Republic Day function

Srinagar Jan 18: Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir Zone, Virdi Kumar Birdi Thursday reviewed the Republic Day-2024 arrangements.

Chairing a meeting at the Police Control Room (PCR), Kashmir, Birdi briefed the participating officers and discussed arrangements to be made for the smooth and incident-free celebration of the Republic Day functions.

The key aspects discussed included crowd management strategies, traffic control plans, intelligence updates, and the strategic deployment of Police personnel.

The IGP Kashmir directed the SSP Traffic City to devise a proper traffic plan and ensure the uninterrupted movement of public transport and private vehicles along with the smooth movement of protected persons.

Recognising the significance of effective traffic management during Republic Day 2024 celebrations, Birdi directed the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Srinagar to establish close coordination with the Traffic Police.

“The objective is to streamline traffic flow and minimize disruptions during the Republic Day celebrations,” he said.

The IGP Kashmir lauded the efforts of the Police force and urged all officers to maintain a high level of alertness.

Earlier, he was briefed by the participating officers about the preparations put in place in connection with the Republic Day celebrations.

They also presented their detailed plans, highlighting measures to enhance security, protect public spaces, and facilitate the orderly conduct of the event.

The officers were also allotted different tasks with strict instructions for accomplishing the assignments with precision and planning.

Necessary directions were issued to the officers for important arrangements for the smooth conduct of the event.

DIG North Kashmir Range (NKR), Baramulla, Vivek Gupta; DIG Armed Shahid Mehraj; DIG IRP Abdul Qayoom; SSP Srinagar, SSP PCR Kashmir, SSP CID SBK, SSP Traffic, SSP Security, SSP Telecommunication, SP South Srinagar, SP PC Srinagar, and SP APCR were also present on the occasion.