Swain calls for robust intelligence networks
Fayaz Bukhari
Srinagar, Nov 14 : Director General of Police (DGP) RR Swain today said that they will ensure that no militant recruitment takes place and will reach out to the misguided youth and motivate them to return.
Speaking to reporters after chairing a high-level security review meeting of police, Army, CRPF, BSF and other security agencies in Anantnag, Swain said in the coming days, police and other security forces will ensure that no local boy joins the terrorist recruitment so that lives remain safe.
He said that they will also reach out to misguided youth and their parents. “We will also reach out to the misguided youth and motivate them to return. If they return, we will receive them with love and hand them over to their parents,” he said.
The DGP said that those who have made their mind not to return or are working for money will face strict action.
Swain said that police will consider any sort of communication or interaction with the Pakistan based handlers and anyone back home as “a crime.” “We will act very hard against such people,” he said.
On the security meetings, he said that they are held to finalise a plan for the safety and security of common masses.
“In such meetings, we deliberate on how to maintain better synergy and coordination. We also discuss measures to protect the lives of common people,” he said.
A police spokesman said that DGP visited Anantnag district to assess the security situation and held a meeting with the officers. “The visit aimed to review the security measures in the district and discuss necessary enhancements to ensure the safety of the area,” the statement said
“DGP engaged in an interactive sessions with Police, CAPFs, Army and intelligence officers at DPO Anantnag,” the spokesman added.
“The discussions provided an opportunity for the DGP to evaluate the challenges faced by the security forces,” he said.
“The DGP also met with various administrative and intelligence officers to obtain a comprehensive understanding of the security scenario in Anantnag. The discussions revolved around the prevailing security challenges, the effectiveness of counter-terrorism efforts and the progress made towards maintaining public order in the district,” he added.
The spokesman said that the meeting was convened during the DGP’s visit, where strategies to tackle any possible security threats were deliberated upon.
“The meeting involved the participation of high-ranking Police, CAPFs , Army officers and intelligence agencies. The primary objective was to ensure a coordinated and proactive approach in dealing with security issues to safeguard the peace and stability of district Anantnag,” he said.
The spokesman said that the DGP emphasized the need for robust intelligence networks, regular training programs, and equipping the Police force with modern technologies to effectively counter any emerging security threats.
“The DGP stressed on the importance of community Policing and maintaining a strong bond between the police and the general public to foster trust and cooperation,” he said, adding that overall, the DGP’s visit to Anantnag served as an opportunity to assess the security situation, brainstorm effective strategies, and boost the morale of Police officers and security personnel.
“The aim was to create a conducive environment for development and peace in the district, ensuring the safety and well-being of the residents,” the spokesman said.
ADGP Law & Order Vijay Kumar, IGP Kashmir V K Bridi, JD IB Srinagar, PK Thakem, IG KOS CRPF GK Verma, Commander 1st Sector RR PR Chowhan, DIG SKR Rayees Mohammed Bhat, DIG CRPF OPs Anantnag K.S Deswal, SSP Anantnag Dr GV Sundeep Chakravarthy, SP Awantipora Aijaz Ahmad Zargar and other Police, CAPFs and Army officers were also present in the meeting.
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