SRINAGAR, Aug 11: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir V K Birdi on Tuesday said multi-tier security arrangements have been put in place across the Valley ahead of Independence Day celebrations on August 15.
Birdi said security measures have been strengthened not only at the main venues but also across Srinagar and all districts of Kashmir.
Speaking to reporters during his visit to Balidan Stambh at Lal Chowk to review preparations, the IGP said, “Multi-tier security arrangements are in place not only at the venues but also around the city and in all districts of the Valley.”
He said preparations for the main Independence Day function in Srinagar are progressing, with full-dress rehearsals and other arrangements being carried out to ensure the event is conducted smoothly.
Asked about the recent terror attacks in South Kashmir and the progress of investigations, Birdi said the matter was under investigation and declined to disclose details.
“It is a matter of investigation. I don’t think it is appropriate to talk about it at this time. Whenever there is something that can be shared with you, we will share it at the appropriate time,” he said.
The IGP also appealed to people to participate in the Independence Day celebrations in large numbers, describing the event as a people’s function.
“The function is for the people. The police works as an organiser. Since it is the function of the people, we ask people to participate in this function in large numbers so that it can be carried on successfully,” Birdi said.
