Strengthening border security: IGP Jammu reviews FOBs in Kathua
STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU/KATHUA: The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti, conducted a late-night inspection of security arrangements along the ring road.
Accompanied by DIG JSK Range, the IGP reviewed the deployment of personnel, security measures, and law enforcement preparedness in the area.
The IGP interacted with the personnel deployed on duty and inquired about their operational challenges and requirements.
He also instructed the officers to remain proactive and ensure that the security measures are rigorously enforced, contributing to the well-being of the local population and smooth law enforcement operations.
The visit focused on evaluating the effectiveness of patrolling, traffic management, and security arrangements along the crucial thoroughfare.
Both the IGP and DIG emphasized the importance of maintaining a robust and responsive policing system, particularly in areas with significant traffic flow and strategic importance.
The IGP expressed satisfaction with the arrangements in place while urging continuous vigilance and improvement in the policing strategies.
Further measures to enhance the security in the region are under review, with a focus on real-time monitoring and prompt responses to any emerging situations.
Meanwhile, Inspector General of Police visited the Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) in district Kathua to assess the security scenario.
He was accompanied by Shiv Kumar Sharma, DIG JSK Range; Shobhit Saxena, SSP Kathua; Vikrant Prasher, SC, SSP Special Operations & Trainings; Kameshwar Puri, SP PC Jammu; Aumer Iqbal, SP Operations Upper Kathua; and senior officers from the Army and Paramilitary forces.
During the visit, the IGP reviewed the existing security arrangements, operational readiness, and coordination mechanisms between the police, Army, and paramilitary forces. He interacted with officers and personnel deployed at these strategic locations, inquired about their operational challenges, and acknowledged their dedication in safeguarding the region. The IGP emphasized the need for heightened vigilance, enhanced surveillance, and proactive measures to counter any potential security threats. He reiterated the importance of seamless inter-agency coordination to ensure the safety and security of border areas.
