Jammu, Dec 19, KDC: On the lines of the DGPs and IGs Conferences, the UT-level conference ‘Antarvekshan 2025’ was chaired by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha here on Thursday, focusing on future-ready policing and emerging internal security challenges. On the occasion, an MoU was signed between J&K Police and IIT Jammu to enhance cooperation in research, technology, innovation and capacity building.
Addressing the conference, the Lieutenant Governor stressed the need for forward-looking reforms, enhanced professionalism and strong inter-agency coordination to ensure effective policing aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat.
Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat, SDG (Coordination) SJM Gillani and ADG Headquarters MK Sinha briefed the gathering on strategic priorities, modernization initiatives and the importance of technology-driven, coordinated policing to address evolving security challenges.
The conference witnessed wide participation from across the security and law enforcement spectrum. Officers of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, ranging from Sub-Inspectors to senior ranks, along with personnel from Home Guards, Civil Defence, SDRF, Prosecution, Fire Services and Central Armed Police Forces attended the deliberations. A total of 375 police officers participated in person, while 90 officers joined virtually.
Prominent attendees included Forensic Advisor to the Government of Assam Keshav Kumar, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo and Director IIT Jammu Prof. Manoj Singh Gaur.
Six technical sessions were held during the conference on themes critical to contemporary and future policing. These included Imperatives for JKP in Viksit Bharat: Policing in 2047; Role of Artificial Intelligence in Policing; Terrorism and Foreign Interference in J&K: Threats and Measures; Role of Police Stations in Internal Security and Public Service Delivery; Successful Investigation and Prosecution: Role of Forensics and Technology; and Role of Police in Disaster Management.
On the occasion, an MoU was signed between J&K Police and IIT Jammu to strengthen cooperation in research, technology, innovation and capacity building. (KDC)
