Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Nov 22: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, V.K. Bidhuri, today said that more CCTV cameras will be installed along the National Highway’s Tengpora stretch to monitor violators and ensure prompt action.
Speaking to reporters, he emphasized the importance of CCTVs in curbing violations and their critical role in security. He assured that non-functional cameras would be repaired and made operational wherever identified.
“CCTV cameras are essential not only for enhancing road safety but also for ensuring security. We will ensure that any non-functional cameras are promptly repaired and monitored regularly,” he said.
He further stated, “We are going to install more CCTV cameras on this stretch to identify violators. These cameras will be thoroughly maintained, and any found out of order will be made functional without delay.”
Regarding the Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS), installed under the Smart City project, Bidhuri added, “We will ensure that the ITMS functions properly and is maintained to the required standards.”
Commenting on underage driving in the wake of the Tengpora accident, the Divisional Commissioner noted that this issue extends beyond law enforcement and requires collective efforts to address it.
“Children are our future, and there is no pride in allowing minors to drive vehicles. When this incident occurred, the administration took immediate action. However, this matter must be viewed through the lens of moral education, as it endangers not only the lives of the drivers but also others on the road,” he said.
Bidhuri was speaking after inaugurating a workshop on Heritage Conservation at SKICC. The workshop, organized by the Department of Archives, Archaeology & Museums, was an enriching training session on the ‘Conservation and Preservation of Heritage Buildings and Monuments.’
The event aimed to enhance awareness and provide hands-on training on the methods and techniques essential for preserving, conserving, restoring Heritage Sites and Monuments with focus on framing of DPRs.
Speaking at the event, Div Com stated that our heritage sites are world famous and due importance needs to be extended for conservation of such places of historical significance.
He said the Government has already initiated revival of 75 heritage sites for conservation and preservation to pass these treasures to coming generations.
Earlier while welcoming dignitaries and participants, Director Archives, Archaeology & Museums, Kuldeep Krishan Sidha highlighted the objective of the workshop and the Department’s commitment for conservation of heritage sites.
The experts from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) Awantipora, Centre of Central Asia Studies, University of Kashmir and Pune’s Deccan College made comprehensive sessions during the event.
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