Improve investigations to improve conviction rate: IGP Kashmir

Srinagar, Aug 3: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V K Birdi Saturday called upon J&K Police officers to improve the quality of investigations to improve the conviction rate.

Chairing a crime review meeting at the Police Control Room (PCR) Kashmir, the IGP Kashmir stressed upon the participants to improve the quality of investigation to improve the conviction rate.

He reviewed the general crime investigation and appreciated the dedication and commitment exhibited by all the districts in reducing the crime rate and improving the overall law and order situation.

Birdi directed the officers to devise a robust Pairvi system to get the conviction of the NDPS and UAPA cases to break down the narco-criminal and terror ecosystem.

He also directed the in-charge Pairvi cells to review their cases periodically so that the same are submitted for judicial determination within the prescribed period.

The IGP Kashmir also stressed upon the officers to conduct training sessions for the Investigating Officers (IOS) about the new laws.

He directed the district heads to organise regular workshops focusing on NDPS cases to improve upon the pendency in drug-related offences.

He also advised district heads to take a proactive role in overseeing and chairing regular crime meetings within their respective districts.

Birdi reiterated the commitment of J&K Police to transparency, accountability, and swift resolution of cases to ensure timely justice and well-being of the people.

All range DIGs, all district SSPs, JDP ZPHQ, and all in-charge Pairvi cells of Kashmir Zone and other senior officers attended the meeting.

The participating officers briefed the IGP Kashmir about the overall crime situation of the Kashmir Zone and highlighted their efforts in preventing crime and improving the quality of investigation.

Besides general crime, the meeting revolved around the investigation of cases falling under UAPA, the status of property attachment in UAPA cases, terror-related and terror financing cases, detention under PSA, and NDPS and narco-terror cases.

In addition, action taken under preventive measures, pending inquest proceedings, and arrest of absconders was also discussed.

The district SSPs gave presentations highlighting their crime prevention efforts, the status of investigation and disposal of crime in their respective districts.