Delhi Police's new chief reviews security prep ahead of Independence Day
The meeting, which went on for almost two hours, was attended by district deputy commissioners, range joint commissioners and special commissioners.
An officer said the meeting emphasised on surveillance measures to be intensified in sensitive areas, increased patrolling and vigilance. Traffic management in and around the area of the Red Fort for the day of the celebrations and the days leading up to it was also discussed.
Senior officers were asked to personally supervise security drills and verify the deployment of quick reaction teams, bomb disposal squads, and sniffer dog units.
Further, a crime review meeting with DCPs of all 15 districts was also held to ensure foolproof law and order arrangements in the city.
Singh directed all DCPs to intensify night patrolling and maintain additional vigil across Delhi, especially in areas bordering neighbouring states. He instructed that barricading and random checking should be strengthened at all entry points to the city to prevent the movement of suspicious elements and illegal arms, officers said.
Singh directed that strict checking should be carried out at hotels, guest houses, bus terminals, railway and metro stations, malls, and high-footfall markets.
'The Commissioner focused heavily on anti-terror measures being intensified before Independence Day. He also instructed that a close watch be kept on groups that may try to sabotage the celebrations…,' said an officer.
Further, the police will be keeping an eye on social media to detect suspicious communications or plans of mobilisation, he added.
As part of the city-wide safety strategy, police teams will conduct tenant verifications and background checks of staff employed in hotels and commercial establishments, said officers.
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