Senior Superintendent of Police Srinagar, G V Sundeep Chakravarthy, today chaired a comprehensive crime review meeting, directing officers to intensify action against drug trafficking and improve conviction rates in Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) cases.
Chakravarthy chaired a detailed crime review meeting of District Police Srinagar, with participation of all senior officers including Zonal SPs, SDPOs, DySPs and SHOs.
A police statement said at the outset, the overall crime scenario of District Srinagar was reviewed in detail.
Threadbare discussions were held to enhance the quality of investigation and prosecution in cases registered under UAP Act, NDPS Act, and general crime categories, with a focus on improving conviction rates.
A detailed review of performance was conducted across all Zones, Sub-Divisions, and Police Stations.
The key areas discussed included general crime, POCSO cases, crimes against women, murder cases, theft and burglary, NDPS and UAPA cases, action against absconders and proclaimed offenders, preventive measures, grievance redressal, organized crime, and implementation of Nyaya Sakshya.
The SSP laid special emphasis on expediting disposal of pending cases, strengthening investigations through professional handling, and enhancing conviction rates by strict adherence to legal provisions and standard operating procedures. He also directed officers to identify and attach properties and freeze bank accounts linked to proceeds of crime.
Highlighting the need for a robust crackdown on drug trafficking, the SSP instructed officers to dismantle NDPS hotspots and explore forward and backward linkages in all such cases, including financial investigations to trace illegal proceeds.
The meeting also reviewed the ongoing ‘Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan’, launched on April 9, stressing coordinated efforts between police and civil administration, along with community outreach involving local leaders and Imams to combat drug abuse.
Expressing concern over acquittals and discharges in certain UAPA and NDPS cases, the SSP directed officers to address investigative gaps and ensure accountability. SHOs were asked to conduct regular reviews with investigating officers to improve investigative standards.
He further warned that progress would be closely monitored and strict action would be taken against officers failing to meet targets, while urging all ranks to work with renewed commitment to ensure effective crime control and public safety in Srinagar.
