DGP reviews counter-terror grid in south Kashmir

Srinagar, May 9:Director General of Police (DGP) NalinPrabhat on Saturday reviewed the counter-terrorism (CT) operational grid in south Kashmir during a high-level security meeting attended by senior officers of the Police, Army, and other security agencies.

Official sources said the review meeting was held in South Kashmir and was attended by General Officer Commanding (GOC) XV Corps, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Zone, GOC Victor Force, besides senior officers from the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP), Army’s Rashtriya Rifles (RR), intelligence agencies and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

Sources said the meeting focused on the prevailing security scenario in south Kashmir districts, including Anantnag, Pulwama, Shopian and Kulgam, with special emphasis laid on counter-terror operations, intelligence coordination, area domination exercises and measures aimed at preventing attempts by terrorists to revive activities in south Kashmir.

The DGP, according to sources, took a comprehensive review of the anti-terror operations carried out in recent months and assessed the effectiveness of the joint operational mechanism between the J&K Police, Army, and paramilitary forces.

Officers briefed the meeting about the existing militant landscape, movement patterns, infiltration attempts and the security preparedness ahead of the summer season.

Sources said discussions also revolved around strengthening the intelligence network at the grassroots level, intensifying surveillance in vulnerable areas and ensuring seamless coordination among different agencies operating in the Valley.

The officers are understood to have stressed the need for sustained operations against the residual terror ecosystem and overground worker (OGW) networks.

The security review assumes significance as forces have intensified anti-terror operations across the Kashmir in recent months.

Security agencies have been maintaining heightened vigil along infiltration routes and hinterland areas to prevent any disruption to peace and stability.

During the meeting, the officers also reviewed preparedness for upcoming public events, movement on major highways and security arrangements in sensitive areas.

Sources said emphasis was laid on maintaining a people-friendly approach while ensuring robust security measures on the ground.

The DGP appreciated the synergy between the Police, Army, and other security agencies and reiterated the commitment of the security establishment towards maintaining peace and eliminating the terror ecosystem.

He is learnt to have directed field officers to maintain a high level of alertness and continue coordinated operations based on actionable intelligence.

Senior officers briefed the meeting on recent operational successes and said the joint security grid remains fully prepared to deal with any emerging challenges in south Kashmir.