Srinagar, Aug 13, KNT: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V. K. Birdi, on Wednesday appealed to the general public to participate in the upcoming Independence Day celebrations in large numbers, assuring that elaborate arrangements have been made for their safety and convenience.
He said that full dress rehearsals for the August 15 events were successfully conducted in every district of the Kashmir Valley, with both ceremonial and security components meeting expectations.
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Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Birdi said that parade contingents from various forces took part in rehearsals held across all districts as part of final preparations. “Today, parades were held in every district as part of the full dress rehearsal for the Independence Day functions. All contingents participated, and the rehearsals went off successfully,” he said.
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The IGP underlined that preparations were not confined to ceremonial drills. Security arrangements were also tested to ensure smooth conduct of the celebrations. “Security rehearsals were conducted in every district, and those too concluded successfully,” he added.
Detailing the arrangements for the main function in Srinagar, Birdi said the central venue, where the VVIP salutes will be taken, would be under multi-tier security. “For the city’s main event, Srinagar Police has put in place a multi-layered security plan. Contingents from Jammu and Kashmir Police as well as Central Armed Police Forces will be part of the deployment,” he stated.
When asked about the recent infiltration attempt in Uri, Birdi said it was linked to an ongoing counter-insurgency operation and that more details would be shared once the review was completed. On the Akhal encounter in Kulgam, he noted that the operation was now in its final stage and any new developments would be communicated to the media.
Reiterating his appeal, the IGP said, “We have ensured smooth entry for the public. People should participate wholeheartedly and make the programme a success.” [KNT]
