IGP Kashmir reviews Republic Day-2024 arrangements

Srinagar: In view of the upcoming Republic Day celebrations, Inspector General of Police Kashmir Zone V. K Birdi reviewed arrangement for Republic Day celebrations in Kashmir at a high level meet at Police Control Room Srinagar.
During the meeting the IGP Birdi was briefed by about the preparations put in place in connection with upcoming Republic Day celebrations. The officers also presented their detailed plans, highlighting measures to enhance security, protect public spaces, and facilitate the orderly conduct of the event. The Officers were also allotted different tasks with strict instructions of accomplishing the assignments with precision and planning. Necessary directions were issued to the officers for important arrangements for smooth conduct of the event. The IGP Kashmir lauded the efforts of the police force and urged all officers to maintain a high level of alertness.
Briefing the participating officers, IGP Birdi discussed the arrangements to be made for the smooth and incident free celebration of Republic Day. Key aspects discussed included crowd management strategies, traffic control plans, intelligence updates and the strategic deployment of police personnel. SSP Traffic City was directed by V. K Birdi to devise proper traffic plan and to ensure uninterrupted movement of public transport/private vehicles alongwith smooth movement of protected persons. Recognizing the significance of effective traffic management during Republic Day-2024 celebrations, IGP Kashmir, the IGP directed Senior Superintendent of Police Srinagar, to establish close coordination with the traffic police, stating therein that the objective is to streamline traffic flow and minimize disruptions during the Republic Day celebrations