Northern Army Commander reviews operational readiness
High-tech surveillance equipment deployed, area domination exercises intensified
Srinagar, Nov 11: Following a car bomb blast near Red Fort in New Delhi, which left more than 10 people dead on Monday, authorities on Tuesday beefed up security across Kashmir as a precautionary measure.
A senior security official said that high-tech surveillance equipment was deployed and area domination exercises were carried out by security personnel. “The security forces have increased frisking, checkpoint surveillance in major towns and along highways. Sensitive areas in Kashmir are witnessing enhanced security, vehicle checks, security cordons and search operations,” the official said.
He said a strict vigil is being maintained on anti-national elements. Checkpoints have been established in Srinagar and other district headquarters, particularly at key entry points, where random vehicle checks and frisking are being conducted to prevent the movement of subversive elements.
“Security forces also searched residential houses in Habbakadal, Srinagar, during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO),” the official added, stating that security has been tightened at Railway Stations as well.
At the Navyug Tunnel—the main entry gateway into Kashmir—Kulgam Police and CRPF launched intensive frisking and vehicle checking using high-tech equipment.
SSP Kulgam, Anayat Ali Choudhary, said: “For the last few days, we have been conducting a large-scale crackdown against terrorism. As part of that effort, we launched a special vehicle-checking drive—not only on the highways, which is routine—but at more than 75 locations across the interiors of Kulgam. From LMVs to HMVs, no vehicle is being allowed to pass without checking. We are also using advanced technology to detect if anything is concealed inside a vehicle.”
He said that the security forces are alert and committed to prevent any attempt to disturb peace in the region. “Our priority is the safety and security of the people. Such measures are essential to maintain peace and ensure that no anti-national elements take advantage of the situation,” Choudhary said, adding, “Anyone attempting to disrupt peace will face consequences.”
In a statement, Awantipora Police said, “To ensure the maintenance of peace and public order, Awantipora Police have intensified vehicle checking on key roads across the district.”
The Spokesperson said the checking drives are aimed at monitoring the movement of suspicious persons and vehicles and preventing the transportation of contraband or unlawful material. “These measures are part of continuous efforts to strengthen security, enhance public safety and ensure strict adherence to law and order,” he added.
Northern Army Commander Visits Forward Areas
Meanwhile, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command, visited forward areas in North Kashmir to review the anti-infiltration grid and assess the operational readiness of formations along the Line of Control.
In a post on X, the Northern Commander stated: “While reviewing forward areas, he was briefed on state-of-the-art surveillance systems and next-generation technologies fortifying border security. He lauded the troops for exceptional professionalism, operational excellence and combat readiness to confront emerging threats, reaffirming the Army’s unwavering resolve to defend the nation’s frontiers.”
J&K put on high alert
Districts asked to maintain maximum alertness, especially border regions, main cities
Srinagar, Nov 11: A day after a car bomb blast near Red Fort in New Delhi left more than ten persons dead, authorities on Tuesday sounded a high alert in Jammu and Kashmir.
An official said that all districts have been asked to maintain maximum alertness, especially border regions and main cities. He said that security checks have been increased along highways, railway stations, religious sites, and public gatherings, including the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine and Katra.
The official said that the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway is witnessing strict vehicle screening, while in Pulwama, Special Operations Group (SOG) teams have been conducting door-to-door searches since morning, the official said.
“The J&K Police have also stepped up checks on vehicles and pedestrians across Handwara, Qalamabad, Kralgund, and Vilgam. Check-posts have been set up at key routes and sensitive locations, where thorough frisking and verification are being carried out,” he added.
Security measures, the officials said, aim to ensure public safety, maintain peace, and prevent any attempts by terrorists to disturb law and order in the region.
During the past few days, Police have detained around 1,500 individuals across Kashmir in a large-scale operation aimed at dismantling terror support networks.
The crackdown, described by officials as a “pre-emptive strike,” targeted suspected overground workers, sympathisers, and family members of terrorists operating from across the border.
Police conducted coordinated raids, cordon-and-search operations, and inspections of SIM card vendors across north, south, and central Kashmir. Searches also focused on digital devices to track terrorist links.
The Kashmir link in the Red Fort incident has prompted the NIA and J&K Police to carry out coordinated raids across Pulwama, Anantnag, and Srinagar.
Multiple suspects are being questioned, including Dr. Sajad Ahmad Malla and relatives of Dr. Umar Mohammad, who investigating agencies said was driving the car used in the Delhi blast.
