IGP Kashmir takes stock of vote-counting preparations

Srinagar, Oct 5: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Vidhi Kumar Birdi Saturday reviewed the current security situation and took stock of the preparations put in place for the counting day of the Jammu and Kashmir assembly polls.

A statement of J&K Police issued here said that chairing a crime and security review meeting of Kashmir Zone at Police Control Room, Kashmir, IGP Kashmir took an overall assessment of the security situation of the Kashmir Zone.

He appreciated the efforts of the district chiefs in preventing crime and emphasised the need to improve the quality of investigation.

Birdi underscored the need to improve the conviction rates by establishing a robust follow-up system for securing convictions in narco and terror-related cases.

He also reviewed the current security situation and took stock of the preparations put in place for the upcoming counting day of the J&K assembly polls.

The IGP Kashmir reiterated the commitment of the J&K Police to maintain safety and security in the region. He urged the officers to work to ensure transparency, accountability, and swift resolution of cases to safeguard the rights and safety of citizens.

The meeting was attended by all the range DIGs, district SSPs, and other senior officers.

This was followed by the presentations of district SSPs highlighting their efforts in crime prevention and maintenance of law and order in their respective districts.

During the meeting, discussions revolved around the disposal of general crime, NDPS, UAPA, and other cases.

Actions taken under preventive laws and pending inquest proceedings were also discussed.