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Defence
IGP Jammu Inspects Counter‑Terrorism Readiness in Kishtwar
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 16 Oct 2026, 05:32 AM
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The Inspector General of Police, Jammu, conducted a review of security measures and counter‑terrorism preparedness in Kishtwar district, according to Kashmir Life.
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) for Jammu made an on‑site inspection of the Kishtwar district to evaluate the region’s security posture and counter‑terrorism capabilities. The visit, reported by Kashmir Life, focused on the deployment of police personnel, the state of surveillance infrastructure, and the coordination mechanisms with the army and paramilitary forces stationed nearby.
During the review, senior police officials briefed the IGP on recent intelligence inputs, ongoing operations against militant infiltrations, and the status of community policing initiatives aimed at preventing radicalisation. The assessment also covered the readiness of rapid response teams and the adequacy of logistical support for field operations.
The IGP concluded that while the overall security framework in Kishtwar remains robust, there is a need to enhance real‑time intelligence sharing and to upgrade certain communication assets. Follow‑up actions are expected to include additional training for frontline officers and the deployment of advanced monitoring equipment in vulnerable areas.
During the review, senior police officials briefed the IGP on recent intelligence inputs, ongoing operations against militant infiltrations, and the status of community policing initiatives aimed at preventing radicalisation. The assessment also covered the readiness of rapid response teams and the adequacy of logistical support for field operations.
The IGP concluded that while the overall security framework in Kishtwar remains robust, there is a need to enhance real‑time intelligence sharing and to upgrade certain communication assets. Follow‑up actions are expected to include additional training for frontline officers and the deployment of advanced monitoring equipment in vulnerable areas.