Governor Satya Pal Malik today reviewed the post-Pulwama attack security situation in Kashmir at a high level meeting in Raj Bhavan Srinagar today.
The meeting was attended by K Vijay Kumar, Advisor toGovernor; B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, Chief Secretary; UmangNarula, PrincipalSecretary to Governor; ShaleenKabra, Principal Secretary Home; Lt. Gen. KJSDhillon, GOC 15 Corps and Baseer Khan, Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir.
“After reviewing the prevailing security situation and arising challenges, Governor stressed the crucial importance of maintaining a sustained close watch on the ground situation.
He emphasised on the need to maintain and improve synergy between the security forces and the civil administration and uncompromising adherence to procedures which ensure against collateral damages while delivering effective counter-militancy responses,” a Raj Bhavan spokesman said.
“Governor especially stressed the need of a heightened vigilalong the IB and LoC, providing adequate security to all protected persons andall important establishments and installations.
“Governor observed that the common people should not be putto inconvenience on account of curbs imposed during the movement of securityconvoys and suitable framework be put in place so that there is no unnecessaryrestrictions on the travel of civilians especially in emergencies.
“Governor underlined the importance of sustained efforts tobring peace and harmony in the society for the overall benefit of people,” thespokesman said.