Diplomat Correspondent
Kathua: In view of prevailing security scenario, Mohita Sharma, IPS, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua, along with SP Upper Kathua, SDPO Billawar, DySP PC Malhar, and SHO Billawar, reviewed the ongoing operational preparedness in Billawar and Malhar areas of Kathua district.
The security review was conducted against the backdrop of winter strategy to check operational alertness in view of upcoming new year.
During the visit, SSP Kathua inspected Guddu Falal area of Billawar and Katli area of Malhar to assess ground-level security arrangements, met Special Operations Group (SOG) jawans and checked their operational preparedness. Officers and jawans deployed on the ground were briefed to remain alert and vigilant, and to strictly adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during Cordon and Search Operations (CASOs).
SP Upper Kathua briefed SSP Kathua on the strategies and preparedness of SOG units to counter the nefarious designs of Anti-National Elements.
He also highlighted the operational requirements of police personnel deployed in the field.
During the review, SSP Kathua emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and security in the area.
She directed all officers to remain extra vigilant and proactive in their respective jurisdictions. Stressing the need for robust coordination among various security agencies, SSP Kathua underscored that effective inter-agency cooperation is crucial to addressing potential security challenges in the future.DD