DGP RR Swain Reviews Security for Upcoming Elections in Jammu and Kashmir
The Director General of Police, Jammu and Kashmir, RR Swain, visited the Doda and Kishtwar districts to assess the security situation and review preparations for the upcoming Legislative Assembly Elections. He was accompanied by senior officers, including Special DG and DGP Designate Nalin Prabhat, ADGP Law and Order Vijay Kumar, and ADGP Jammu Zone Anand Jain.
Visit to Shri Machail Mata Mandir
Swain began his visit from Shri Machail Mata Mandir in Machail Padder, where he reviewed security arrangements for the ongoing Machail Mata Yatra 2024.
High-Level Meetings
During his daylong visit, Swain chaired high-level security review and election preparedness meetings at the District Police Office (DPO) in Kishtwar and at the Dak Bungalow, Bhaderwah, in Doda district. He issued directives aimed at countering terrorism and ensuring free, fair conduct of the elections. He emphasized the need for coordinated efforts among Jammu-Kashmir Police, CRPF, Army, civil administration, and intelligence agencies.
Security and Accommodation
Discussions were held on security-related matters, and the DGP was appraised about the action plans to mitigate challenges. Arrangements for adequate accommodation and amenities for troops who will be deployed for the election were also discussed.
Presentations and Inspections
SSP Kishtwar, Abdul Qayoom, and SSP Doda, Mohd Aslam, gave detailed presentations on the current security scenario and preparations for the elections. The DGP also inspected the Police Control Room (PCR) in Kishtwar and the CCTV surveillance room establishments at DPO Kishtwar, issuing directions to enhance surveillance and monitoring.
Homage to Fallen Heroes
Earlier, the DGP and accompanying officers paid homage to J&K Police fallen heroes by laying wreaths at the martyrs’ memorial in Kishtwar.
Election Schedule
The Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir will be held in three phases on September 18, 25, and October 1. The results will be announced on October 4. This is the first assembly poll in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370.
Doubts Revealed
DGP -: DGP stands for Director General of Police. He is the top police officer in a state or union territory in India.
RR Swain -: RR Swain is the name of the current Director General of Police in Jammu and Kashmir.
Jammu and Kashmir -: Jammu and Kashmir is a region in northern India. It used to be a state but is now a union territory.
Doda and Kishtwar -: Doda and Kishtwar are districts in the Jammu region of Jammu and Kashmir.
Legislative Assembly Elections -: These are elections where people vote to choose their representatives in the legislative assembly, which makes laws for the region.
CRPF -: CRPF stands for Central Reserve Police Force. It is a large paramilitary force in India that helps maintain law and order.
Article 370 -: Article 370 was a part of the Indian Constitution that gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir. It was removed in 2019.
intelligence agencies -: These are organizations that gather information to help keep the country safe from threats.
three phases -: The elections will happen in three parts on different days: September 18, September 25, and October 1.