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IGP Kashmir Directs All Police Stations to Go SMART: Digital Beat Policing to Be Strengthened Across Kashmir

Srinagar, October 17: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Zone, Shri Sujit Kumar Singh, chaired a conference on SMART Policing and Digital Beat Policing on Friday, directing all police stations across Kashmir Zone to adopt modern, technology-driven and citizen-centric policing practices.

The conference was attended by Range DIGs, District SSPs, Additional SSPs, Zonal SSPs, DySPs and Station House Officers (SHOs) from across the Kashmir Zone.

In line with the vision and directions of the Director General of Police, Jammu and Kashmir, the IGP stressed that SMART Policing and Digital Beat Policing must become an integral part of the daily functioning of every police station to ensure efficient, transparent, accountable and citizen-friendly services.

Highlighting the five fundamental principles of SMART Policing, he explained that it stands for Strict and Sensitive, Modern and Mobile, Alert and Accountable, Reliable and Responsive, and Techno-savvy and Trained.

He emphasised that the concept must go beyond policy documents and be reflected in the conduct, working culture and public service delivery of every police station.

Focus on Digital Beat Policing

The IGP directed all SHOs to institutionalise Digital Beat Policing in their respective jurisdictions. Beat Officers were instructed to conduct regular field visits, interact meaningfully with local residents and ensure that police services reach every citizen at the grassroots level.

The initiative will focus on regular public outreach, updating beat-level information on digital platforms, faster service delivery, clear accountability of Beat Officers, stronger community participation and the adoption of modern policing tools and professional skills.

Observing that police stations are the primary point of contact between the police and the public, the IGP stressed that they must remain accessible, responsive and equipped with modern technology.

Supervisory officers were directed to personally monitor implementation and ensure visible results on the ground.

“Our objective is to make every Police Station in Kashmir Zone SMART and citizen-centric, where technology strengthens accountability and police services reach every citizen with dignity,” the IGP Kashmir said.

All District Police Heads were directed to ensure effective implementation across the Kashmir Zone, with particular emphasis on technology-driven service delivery, beat-level public engagement and accountability.

Kashmir Zone Police reiterated its commitment to building a modern, responsive and future-ready policing system.

16/10/2026

Nitin Hangloo, State Director , presides over Youth Parliament at Polytechnic College Baramulla, inspiring youth to build a .

16/10/2026

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16/10/2026

Neighbourhood Youth Parliament at Govt Polytechnic College Baramulla Calls for Drug-Free Society

Baramulla, October 16: A Neighbourhood Youth Parliament was organised at Government Polytechnic College, Kanispora, Baramulla, under the theme “Nasha Mukt Yuva,” to raise awareness about substance abuse and encourage youth participation in building a drug-free society.

The programme was presided over by Nitin Hangloo, State Director, MY Bharat, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.

Among others Chief Planning Officer, Baramulla, Nissar Ahmad,Principal Government Polytechnic College, Baramulla Javed Iqbal,Muzzafar Hussain Ganie, HOD,Government Polytechnic college, Youth Officer MY Bharat Srijan Singh Patel,Medical Officer Baramulla Dr Asif and other concerned besides students of the college were present in the program.

Addressing the gathering, Nitin Hangloo emphasised the importance of engaging youth in constructive activities and providing them with platforms to express their views on social issues. He urged young participants to stay away from drugs, adopt a healthy lifestyle and contribute positively towards nation-building.

Chief Planning Officer Baramulla, Nissar Ahmad, highlighted the role of youth in building a drug-free society and outlined the District Administration’s efforts to combat substance abuse through awareness programmes and coordinated initiatives at district, block and panchayat levels. He urged students to spread awareness about the harmful effects of drugs and actively support the ongoing fight against the drug menace.

District Youth Officer, MY Bharat, Srijan Singh Patel, highlighted the objective of organising the Neighbourhood Youth Parliament under the theme “Nasha Mukt Yuva.” He encouraged students to participate actively in discussions on social issues and become ambassadors of the drug-free movement by promoting awareness and motivating others to lead healthy and productive lives.

During the programme, youth participants engaged in an open discussion, sharing their views on substance abuse, its impact on society and the need for collective efforts to address the menace.

A pledge was also administered to reaffirm the participants’ commitment to combating substance abuse and contributing towards the vision of a drug-free society.

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