REASI, April 27, 2026 : In a move to strengthen security, Senior Superintendent of Police Mukund Tibrewal directed heightened surveillance on anti-national elements and overground workers (OGWs) during a review of operational preparedness in Reasi.
🔍 Security Review Across Key Areas
During his visit to the mountainous belt, the SSP inspected:
- Thanole
- Narkote
- Ladha
- Panassa
- Chakalhawala (Arnas sub-division)
He assessed police posts, minority pickets, and deployment strategies to ensure robust security arrangements.
⚙️ Key Directives
- Maintain a high degree of surveillance on OGWs and anti-national elements
- Implement structured patrol rosters for long-range operations
- Strengthen area domination exercises
- Enhance coordination with Village Defence Guards (VDGs)
📡 Focus on Smart Policing
The SSP emphasized:
- Use of technology-driven policing
- Better intelligence gathering
- Community coordination, especially in remote and hilly areas
📊 Internal Review
At Thanole Police Post, he also reviewed:
- Malkhana (evidence storage)
- Record management systems
- Past militancy-related cases for better preparedness
🚨 Ensuring Public Safety
Officials said the exercise reflects continued efforts by the Jammu and Kashmir Police to:
- Maintain peace and stability
- Protect residents, pilgrims, and tourists
- Strengthen the overall security grid in sensitive regions
