Reviews security arrangements in Shopian ahead of J&K Polls
Focus on polling booths and Strong Rooms
Strict adherence to Election Code of Conduct crucial for J&K Polls
Srinagar, Sep 12: Additional Director General of Police (SNPO) Vijay Kumar assured that the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections will be conducted with the highest level of professionalism and efficiency.
Speaking at a security and election review meeting in Shopian on Thursday, Kumar emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts among security agencies to ensure a smooth and peaceful electoral process.
Accompanied by IGP Kashmir V.K. Birdi and IG CRPF G.K. Verma, Kumar directed officers to take proactive measures and maintain close vigilance against anti-national elements. He stressed the need for strict adherence to the election code of conduct, warning that any violations would be met with strict action to preserve the integrity of the election.
The meeting, attended by senior officers including DIG SKR Anantnag Javid Iqbal Matoo, DIG CRPF Awantipora, DIG BSF, DIG ITBP, DIG SSB, SSP Shopian, SSP Pulwama, and others, focused on reviewing the comprehensive security arrangements in District Shopian. SSP Shopian Anayat Ali Choudhary outlined the security strategy, including the deployment of CAPF companies, the location of polling booths and strong rooms, and the logistics involved.
ADGP L&O urged upon all the participating officers to remain vigilant and proactive in addressing any potential threats from the ANEs and to maintain close vigil on anti-national elements.
The police spokesman said that the meeting aimed to review the overall security arrangements put in place in District Shopian for the upcoming Phase-1 elections.
Earlier, SSP Shopian Anayat Ali Choudhary gave a detailed outline of the security arrangements, camping locations for CAPF Coys, location of polling booths & strong rooms and the security measures undertaken in the district.
The induction of CAPF Coys and the logistic arrangements made for CAPF Coys were also reviewed. Special focus was laid on security of polling booths and strong rooms.
SSP Pulwama & SSP PD Awantipora and officers of CAPF gave their feedback and appraised the chairing officer regarding the arrangements put in place in their respective areas of responsibility.
Jammu and Kashmir assembly polls are being held in three phases on September 18, 25 and October 1. There are a total number of 90 assembly constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir, out of which 7 seats are reserved for SCs and 9 seats are reserved for STs.
According to the Election Commission of India, Jammu and Kashmir has 88.06 lakh eligible electors. These are the first assembly elections to be held in Kashmir after the abrogation of Article 370.
