DIG Sarah Rizvi emphasises robust security around vital installations, religious places

Jammu, Mar 19: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Udhampur–Reasi range Sarah Rizvi on Thursday emphasised the need to ensure robust security around vital installations and religious places.

She issued these instructions while chairing a crime review meeting at Katra in Reasi district.

The meeting was attended by SSP Reasi Paramvir Singh; SP Katra; Additional SP Reasi; Senior PO Reasi; SDPO Katra; DySP HQ Reasi; DySP PC Pouni; SDPO Mahore; DySP Bhawan and SHOs of Police Stations Katra and Arnas.

During the meeting, SSP Reasi presented a detailed overview of policing performance, including case disposals, progress of under-investigation cases, inquest proceedings, crime against women, action against drug peddlers and bovine smugglers and redressal of public grievances.

SSP Reasi further briefed the DIG on the status of under-investigation and under-trial cases under NDPS along with measures being taken to enhance conviction rate and ensure timely delivery of justice.

Special emphasis was laid on the effective implementation of new criminal laws and adoption of modern policing tools and procedures, including e-Sakshya, e-Summons, e-FIR and Zero FIR.

The meeting also focused on strict adherence to timelines in investigation, particularly in cases requiring completion within 60 and 90 days. Directions were issued to ensure timely FSL visits, proper handling of forensic evidence and utilization of platforms like MedLeaPR for strengthening medico-legal processes.

DIG Sarah Rizvi appreciated the efforts of District Police Reasi, particularly in improving disposal rate of NDPS and other heinous nature cases. She emphasised the need for expeditious execution of court processes and timely disposal of pending cases, especially those involving serious and sensitive offences.

It was also directed to intensify random naka checking to deter the offenders and other antisocial elements in execution of their evil designs.

The officers were instructed to work with utmost dedication and professionalism to curb the menace of narcotics and drug abuse and to take strict action against organized crime.

The DIG was assured by SSP Reasi that all directions and instructions would be implemented in letter and spirit on the ground. The meeting concluded with a strong resolve to enhance policing efficiency, ensuring public safety and maintaining law and order.