GANDERBAL: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir today convened a high-level meeting at the Conference Hall of the Mini Secretariat Ganderbal to review and discuss the security situation in the district.
The meeting addressed various security concerns across the district, and key decisions were made to strengthen security and ensure safety for residents and government establishments.
The DC directed all Heads of Departments (HODs) and executing agencies to install CCTV cameras in all important establishments for enhanced surveillance and security. The Forest Department was specifically instructed to alert their field staff to report any illegal activities in forest areas immediately to the concerned Station House Officers (SHOs).
The DC emphasized the importance of taking precautionary measures to safeguard key establishments and staff from potential threats. The ACD was asked to ensure that field functionaries report any non-local individuals residing in their respective areas.
Additionally, the ACD, Tehsildars, and Executive Officer Municipality were tasked with installing CCTV surveillance in shops and other establishments.
The Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) was instructed to ensure that all laborers in the district are covered under insurance for their safety and security.
The executing agencies for the Z-Morh and Zojila tunnel projects were directed to enhance security at residential camps by ensuring proper fencing, installing surveillance cameras, and deploying sufficient guards to provide a secure environment for labourers.
The Tehsildars were also instructed to share real-time information and regularly coordinate with Lumberdars and Chowkidars to monitor any unusual activities within the district.
SSP Ganderbal urged all HODs to promote security awareness within their departments and ensure strict access control in all important offices and establishments.
He said that crash training sessions will be provided to private security guards, where necessary, to enhance their preparedness.
The meeting was attended by key officials, including SSP Ganderbal, Wasim Qadri; ADDC, Mushtaq Ahmad Simnani; ADC, Gulzar Ahmad; ACD, and other district and sectoral officers. Representatives from other security agencies were also present.