Police Intensifies Preventive Policing, Conducts Multi-Dimensional Checking Drives in Bandipora

Srinagar Nov 03 (KINS): In a continued effort to strengthen preventive policing, enhance surveillance and ensure compliance with prescribed regulations, Police in Bandipora conducted a series of special checking and inspection drives across various areas of the district, focusing on commercial establishments and other vulnerable points.

Scrap Dealers: Police teams led by SHO PS Sumbal and IC PP Ajas conducted inspections of scrap dealers operating within the jurisdictions of Police Station Sumbal and Police Post Ajas. During the checking, records and registers maintained by the dealers were thoroughly scrutinised. The dealers were directed to maintain proper documentation of all scrap-related transactions and cautioned against purchasing, storing or dealing in stolen property.

Medical Shops: As part of the drive, medical shops falling within the jurisdiction of Police Station Sumbal were inspected. The police team led by SHO PS Sumbal verified relevant records, registers and licences to assess compliance with prescribed regulations. The proprietors were sensitised and directed to strictly adhere to applicable rules and maintain transparency in their business operations.

SIM Card Vendors: Police Station Aragam led by SHO PS Aragam conducted checking of SIM card vendor shops, with particular emphasis on verification of records and compliance with prescribed guidelines governing SIM card issuance.

Fertiliser Shops: Police Station Aragam led by SHO PS Aragam also carried out inspections of fertiliser shops to verify relevant documentation, licences and adherence to applicable norms.

J&K Police reiterated that such coordinated checking and inspection drives will continue across the district as part of its sustained efforts to strengthen local surveillance, prevent criminal activities, ensure regulatory compliance and maintain a safe and secure environment for the public.