Excelsior Correspondent
DODA, Nov 21: SSP Doda, Sandeep Mehta today reviewed the deployment of manpower already in place on NHW-244, from Baggar to Doda.
The manpower deployed on NHW-244 included, Highway patrols, Model Naka at Baggar and other Nakas were thoroughly briefed to exercise vigil of highest order in their area of responsibility.
The SSP also issued directions to the officers for checking/ frisking of vehicles and commuters besides traffic violations to prevent road mishaps and asked the field staff to take strict action against overloading, drunk driving, rash and negligent driving.
He stressed on stopping and frisking of suspicious people commuting on NHW-244 and drivers carrying suspicious items in their vehicles.
The infrastructure available on Naka points and other locations were also inspected and necessary instructions were issued on the spot for enhancing of security surveillance on NHW stretch.
He further stressed the highway patrols to help the commoners in duress and play a proactive role in shifting the injured to the nearest medical facility in case of accidents.
On the occasion, SHOs and I/c PPs of the area were also present.