Srinagar, October 30, 2026- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Friday chaired a high-level review meeting with Deputy Commissioners, Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) and senior officials to assess the security situation, administrative preparedness and law and order scenario across Kashmir Division.
The meeting focused on reviewing the prevailing security environment, strengthening operational preparedness, enhancing coordination among security agencies and formulating future action plans to ensure lasting peace and stability in the region.
The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Shri Atal Dulloo; Chief Secretary Designate Dr. Sajjan Singh Yadav; Director General of Police (DGP) Shri Nalin Prabhat; Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Shri Chandraker Bharti; Special DG Coordination, PHQ, Shri S.J.M. Gillani; ADG CID Shri M.K. Sinha; Commissioner Secretary, GAD, Shri M. Raju; Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor Shri Govind Jaiswal; IGP Kashmir Shri Sujit Singh; Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Shri Anshul Garg; Range DIGs, Deputy Commissioners, SSPs and other senior officials.
During the meeting, the Lieutenant Governor directed officials to maintain sustained and aggressive action against terror modules and strengthen the existing security apparatus. He stressed the need for tightening counter-infiltration grids and ensuring seamless coordination among the District Administration, Jammu and Kashmir Police, Army and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) for effective counter-terror operations.
He further instructed Deputy Commissioners and SSPs to maintain close surveillance over anti-national elements within the administration and accord priority to measures aimed at preventing radicalisation. Emphasising a coordinated and intelligence-driven approach, he called for continued vigilance to identify and dismantle networks supporting terrorism.
Taking a firm stand against the narco-terror ecosystem, the Lieutenant Governor directed officials to conduct monthly reviews of the attachment of properties belonging to narco-terrorists and individuals supporting terrorist activities. He asserted that action against narco-terrorists must continue without interruption, alongside relentless efforts to crack down on drug smugglers and peddlers.
Reiterating the administration’s commitment to building a Drug-Free Jammu and Kashmir, he called for sustained enforcement measures and coordinated efforts to curb the drug menace, which poses a serious challenge to society, particularly its younger generation.
The Lieutenant Governor also underscored the importance of strengthening public trust in governance and security institutions. He said that the swift and effective resolution of public grievances should remain a priority, emphasising that a strong connection between citizens, the police and the administration is essential for maintaining peace and confidence among the people.
“Under no circumstances should communal harmony and the law & order situation be allowed to deteriorate. We must institutionalize best practices and implement District Convergence Plans to ensure sustainable peace and development,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
He called upon the district administrations to remain proactive in maintaining communal harmony and preventing any attempts to disturb public order. He also directed officials to establish district-level social media cells to monitor and swiftly counter misinformation, rumours and misleading narratives. The initiative is aimed at ensuring timely dissemination of verified information and preventing the spread of content that could disrupt peace and public order.
Reviewing the administration’s preparedness for the approaching winter season, the Lieutenant Governor directed officials to ensure adequate stocking and uninterrupted availability of essential commodities across all districts. He stressed the need for robust snow-clearance mechanisms and coordinated arrangements to minimise inconvenience to the public during adverse weather conditions.
The meeting also reviewed the progress of key infrastructure projects across Kashmir Division. The Lieutenant Governor emphasised the importance of timely execution of developmental works and effective coordination among departments to ensure that public infrastructure projects are completed efficiently.
The review meeting highlighted the administration’s focus on strengthening the security framework, maintaining communal harmony, tackling terrorism and narco-terrorism, improving public service delivery and ensuring uninterrupted essential services during winter.
The Lieutenant Governor directed all concerned officers to remain vigilant, responsive and committed to their responsibilities, ensuring that peace, security and development remain the foremost priorities across Kashmir Division.