Parvaiz Wani
A Joint Security Review Meeting of the Navyug Tunnel was chaired by SSP Kulgam Shri Anayat Ali Chowdhary-IPS, to review and strengthen the existing security, safety, and traffic management arrangements.
The meeting was attended by the Commanding Officer, 163 Battalion CRPF; Additional Superintendent of Police, NHW Qazigund; SDPO Qazigund; SDPO Banihal; representatives of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI); representatives of Qazigund Expressway Private Limited; and all jurisdictional officers.
During the meeting, recent road accidents inside and around the tunnel were also discussed. It was emphasized that overspeeding poses a serious risk to human life, and commuters were advised to strictly adhere to the permissible speed limit of 50 km/h inside the tunnel to prevent accidents and save lives.
SSP Kulgam issued directions for enhanced inter-agency coordination, round-the-clock surveillance, strict access control, and robust emergency response mechanisms. Emphasis was laid on adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), contingency preparedness, and effective communication among all stakeholders to ensure the security, safety, and uninterrupted functioning of the Navyug Tunnel.
All concerned agencies were directed to remain vigilant and work in close coordination in the interest of public safety.
