Srinagar, Apr 15 (NVI): Inspector General of Police (Kashmir) V.K. Birdi on Wednesday chaired a high-level review meeting on crime and security at PCR Kashmir, directing officers to strengthen investigations, improve conviction rates and intensify the anti-drug campaign across the Valley.
The meeting was attended by range Deputy Inspectors General, district Senior Superintendents of Police and other senior officers. A comprehensive review of crime across the Kashmir Zone was undertaken, followed by detailed presentations by district police chiefs on measures taken to curb criminal activities.
Discussions focused on disposal of general crime cases, along with issues related to cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, absconders and other offences. Preventive actions under various laws and pending inquest proceedings were also reviewed.
The IGP commended district officers for their efforts in maintaining law and order and stressed the need to enhance the quality of investigations. He called for a robust follow-up mechanism to improve conviction rates, particularly in narcotics and terrorism-related cases.
Reviewing the progress of the Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyaan, Birdi assessed enforcement measures, including attachment of properties linked to drug trafficking and arrests of peddlers. He also took stock of awareness drives and anti-drug rallies aimed at sensitising youth, directing officers to further intensify efforts to dismantle drug networks.
On the security front, the IGP instructed officers to step up area domination drives and strengthen night patrolling, especially in vulnerable areas, to reinforce the security grid.
Reaffirming the commitment of the Jammu and Kashmir Police towards maintaining peace, he urged officers to ensure transparency, accountability and prompt disposal of cases to safeguard public safety.(NVI)
