Srinagar- Claiming that terrorism in Kashmir was in its last stage as the number of active terrorists in the Union Territory has been reduced to just two-figure, the Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh on Friday said that Pakistan sponsored drug menace remains a challenge for the men in uniform.
“A significant progress has been made in curbing terrorism. So far, the number of active terrorists has been brought down to just two-digit. These remaining terrorists will also be neutralized soon” Singh said.
He made these remarks during his visit to the frontier district of Kupwara, where he chaired a joint security review meeting, and also inaugurated the newly constructed police establishments dedicated in the name of police martyrs, a police spokesperson said.
Chairing the security review meeting, the DGP complimented Police, Army and other security agencies for their commitment in making Jammu and Kashmir a “terror free destination”.
Stressing for continuous efforts on strengthening synergy among all forces to thwart any nefarious design of anti- national elements, Singh, he said, remarked that the synergy among the forces has yielded good dividends in the maintenance of peace and order.
“He emphasized upon keeping vigil on anti-national and anti-social activities by increasing area domination and Naka check points and directed the officers to be more vigilant and keep constant pressure on the anti national elements and their supporters,” he added
Stating that Pakistan and its agencies will continue to hatch conspiracies to foment trouble in J&K, the DGP, the spokesperson said, stressed upon officers to update databases of anti national elements and OGWs who provide any sort of support for anti national activities and to help sustain the terror ecosystem.
Reiterating that without the cooperation and support of people especially youth of J&K maintaining peace & order was a tough challenge, the DGP, he said, emphasized upon the officers that while dealing with any anti-militancy activities and law and order scenario, civilian convenience and security should always be kept in mind.
Referring to narco-trade terror, the DGP said that Police along with other security forces have faced many challenges of militancy and were successful in bringing normalcy in the UT.
“Pakistan is hatching new conspiracies to ruin the lives of people and youth of J&K by supplying drugs. Together with strong hands we have to fight the new conspiracy of Pakistan and uproot the evil from our soil as we did fighting militancy,” Singh said.
Stating that restoring peace in the UT was a tough task, the DGP, according to the spokesperson said that maintaining peace is a tougher task and the need of the hour is to keep a vigilant watch on the anti-national elements.
Referring to the improving Border tourism, the DGP said that Pakistani conspiracies have affected many areas earlier which were not getting the appropriate attention of the tourists.
“I am happy to say that now many beautiful places around the border areas are receiving a huge number of tourists,” Singh said, adding that the efforts of Police, Army, BSF & CRPF are providing a safe atmosphere to facilitate the tourists.
He said that it feels good when people are enjoying social as well as religious functions in J&K.
The DGP also expressed gratitude to the Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his praises for Jammu and Kashmir Police works and added that it was a moment of pride.
‘Preparations On For Smooth I-Day Celebrations’
DGP said preparations were being finalised to put in place the arrangements for the smooth conduct of the Independence Day celebrations across Jammu and Kashmir.
“Preparations are on for August 15 celebrations. Meetings have taken place at every level. All officers are engaged in finalising the arrangements,” Singh said.
He said as part of the celebrations, Tiranga rallies have been taken out in many places across the UT even as the Meri Maati Mera Desh’ programme is going on.
“Many new buildings have been dedicated to martyrs under the Shaheedo ko naman’ programme. A massive Tiranga rally will take place in Srinagar on August 13,” Singh said.
He said the security situation has improved and the Valley has witnessed many important events taking place including a G20 meeting, and the conduct of Muharram procession after 34 years.
“It is a very happy thing for us that people can celebrate their religious and social functions without any disturbance. Muharram was observed in a good manner, it was mentioned in the Parliament by the Union Home Minister Amit Shah,” the DGP said. “Our police team has worked round-the-clock at every level along with the civil officers to make a fresh start and I am happy that the programme concluded peacefully. I congratulate all, especially the Shia community who helped us in conducting it in a peaceful manner,” he said.
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