LS Poll-2024  Anantnag-Rajouri | DGP, GOC 16 Corps hold joint security review meet in Poonch

Rajouri, May 22:   A high-level joint security review meeting was convened in Poonch district on Wednesday to synergise operations and enhance coordination to ensure robust security measures, ahead of Lok Sabha elections in the Anantnag-Rajouri parliamentary constituency.

The joint security review meeting was co-chaired by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 16 Corps, Lt Gen Navin Sachdeva and Director General of Police (DGP), Rashmi Ranjan Swain.

It was attended by the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Jammu, Anand Jain, ADGP (Law and Order), Vijay Kumar and various Formation Commanders of the region and sub-region.

Lt Gen Sachdeva and DGP Swain called for strengthening collaborative efforts for enhanced security in the area besides enhancing coordination to ensure robust security measures amid prevailing security challenges.

During the meeting, the Army said, comprehensive discussions were held to synergise ongoing operations and review preparations in anticipation of forthcoming events.

Anantnag-Rajouri parliamentary constituency, also comprising assembly segments from Rajouri and Poonch districts, will go to polls on May 25.

The focus, during this meeting, was on enhancing coordination and ensuring robust security measures across the region.

The GOC 16 Corps and the DGP emphasised the importance of maintaining a high level of vigilance and preparedness to effectively address any potential security challenges.

“The ADGPs and Formation Commanders provided valuable insights and updates on the current security situation and outlined strategic measures to bolster security protocols,” the Army said, in its official statement.

“The joint security review meeting underscored the commitment of the security forces to maintaining peace and stability in the region, ensuring the safety and security of all citizens,” the army said.

The leaders reiterated their resolve to work in unison and adapt to evolving security dynamics, the Army said.

The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of the collective commitment to safeguard the region and a pledge to continue collaborative efforts for enhanced security, the Army said.