AWANTIPORA, OCT 19: Deputy Inspector General of Police, South Kashmir Range, Javaid Iqbal Mattoo, visited Police District Awantipora on Monday to review the prevailing security scenario, law and order situation and functioning of the local policing apparatus.
He was received by Senior Superintendent of Police Awantipora, Irshad H. Rather, who briefed him on the prevailing security environment, crime trends, ongoing policing initiatives and measures being implemented to strengthen the security framework and maintain peace across the police district.
During the visit, the DIG reviewed the overall security and law and order situation, taking stock of the steps being undertaken to prevent criminal activities, improve policing efficiency and ensure a prompt response to emerging challenges.
Subsequently, DIG Mattoo visited Police Station Awantipora and conducted a detailed inspection of its functioning. He reviewed manpower deployment, examined official registers and records, and assessed documentation practices, administrative arrangements and operational preparedness at the police station.
Emphasising accountability and professional standards, the DIG directed officers and personnel to maintain proper records, ensure discipline and discharge their duties with dedication and integrity. He stressed the importance of effective crime prevention, timely redressal of public grievances and sustained vigilance to safeguard peace and security.
He further called upon the police personnel to strengthen people-friendly policing and ensure that public concerns are addressed promptly, courteously and efficiently. He underscored the need for alertness, coordination and professionalism at every level to enhance public confidence and improve the effectiveness of policing.
The visit reaffirmed the South Kashmir Range’s focus on monitoring security arrangements, strengthening police station functioning and ensuring accountable, responsive and citizen-centric policing in Awantipora.
