Shivam Bakshi
Poonch, Oct 14 (NVI): Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Poonch, Vaibhav Meena on Wednesday conducted foot patrolling in Poonch Main Bazaar and adjoining areas and reviewed security arrangements at temples in view of Navratri celebrations, officials said.
Meena, accompanied by Deputy Superintendents of Police (DySPs), the Station House Officer (SHO) Poonch and other police personnel, inspected security arrangements at several temples across Poonch city, they said.
During the visit, the SSP reviewed police deployment, frisking arrangements, CCTV surveillance, lighting, entry and exit points, and parking facilities to ensure the smooth and secure conduct of religious activities during Navratri.
He also interacted with members of temple committees and took stock of the expected gathering of devotees during the celebrations, officials said.
The SSP directed police officers to ensure foolproof security arrangements, intensify patrolling, maintain effective crowd management and deploy adequate women police personnel at sensitive locations.
He also stressed the need for smooth traffic regulation around temple premises to prevent congestion and facilitate the movement of devotees.
Meena appealed to the general public to cooperate with the police and promptly inform District Police Poonch about any suspicious activity to help maintain peace and security during the festival.—(NVI)
