DGP Nalin Prabhat Reviews J&K Security Situation, Directs Intensified Intelligence-Based Operations
Srinagar, October 13 (ANB): Director General of Police (DGP), Jammu and Kashmir, Nalin Prabhat on Tuesday reviewed the overall security situation across the Union Territory and directed police officers to intensify intelligence-based operations, strengthen inter-agency coordination and maintain heightened vigilance to address emerging security challenges.
The DGP chaired a high-level operational review meeting in hybrid mode at Police Control Room (PCR) Kashmir to assess the prevailing security scenario, operational preparedness, professional competence and response capabilities of the Jammu and Kashmir Police.
The meeting was attended by senior officers from Police Headquarters, Kashmir and Jammu Zones, Crime Branch, CID, Armed Police, Traffic Police, Security, Railways, Cyber Crime, Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Special Investigation Agency (SIA) and other specialised units. Range Deputy Inspectors General, district Senior Superintendents of Police, Assistant Inspectors General and other officers from across Jammu and Kashmir also participated.
At the outset, senior officers briefed the DGP on the prevailing security situation, operational readiness and key security-related developments across the Union Territory. They also apprised him of measures being undertaken to maintain peace and stability, strengthen intelligence-gathering mechanisms and improve the effectiveness of police operations.
During the review, DGP Nalin Prabhat emphasised the need to intensify intelligence-based operations, maintain heightened vigilance and ensure close coordination among district police units, intelligence agencies and other security forces.
He stressed that timely information-sharing and coordinated action were essential for achieving effective operational outcomes and responding to emerging threats. He directed officers to adopt a proactive approach and ensure that field formations remained alert and prepared to deal with any developing situation.
The DGP also called for intensified patrolling, stronger area domination and focused operations based on actionable intelligence to maintain peace and security across Jammu and Kashmir.
Highlighting the role of modern technology in policing, Prabhat directed officers to make effective use of available technological resources to strengthen surveillance, improve situational awareness and enhance the response capabilities of police personnel deployed in the field.
He also stressed the need to reinforce security arrangements in border areas, maintain close surveillance over sensitive locations and ensure coordinated efforts to prevent infiltration and counter potential security threats.
The DGP underlined the importance of maintaining constructive engagement with local communities to strengthen public trust and encourage the timely sharing of information relevant to security and law enforcement.
Reviewing the implementation of tenant verification measures, Prabhat directed officers to ensure the effective use of the tenant verification application and keep digital records of tenants and their verification status accurate and up to date.
He said effective verification mechanisms and properly maintained records were important for strengthening local-level security and improving the availability of relevant information for policing purposes.
Emphasising discipline, accountability and effective supervision, the DGP instructed senior officers to conduct regular inspections of police stations and review the maintenance of official records and the overall functioning of police establishments.
He also stressed the need to maintain cleanliness, hygiene and proper upkeep of police premises, with particular attention to the welfare and living conditions of police personnel.
Prabhat directed officers to ensure regular supervisory checks to maintain discipline, punctuality, professional conduct and operational readiness at every level of the police organisation.
Reviewing traffic management, the DGP directed the Traffic Police to intensify enforcement against traffic violations and ensure strict compliance with prescribed regulations.
He called for appropriate action against offenders and stressed the importance of sustained enforcement measures to improve road safety, facilitate smoother traffic movement and minimise inconvenience to the general public.
Concluding the meeting, the DGP directed all officers to further strengthen operational preparedness, improve coordination among different police formations and remain vigilant in addressing emerging security challenges.
He urged officers to maintain a proactive and professional approach, ensure effective implementation of the directions issued during the review and work collectively to preserve peace, security and public order across Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting brought together senior officers and field-level leadership from across the police establishment to review operational readiness and reinforce measures aimed at strengthening security, institutional discipline, inter-agency coordination and public safety.
