Srinagar, Jan. 24 -- Kashmir Police chief V K Birdi on Saturday said strict, multi-tier security arrangements have been put in place to ensure peaceful Republic Day celebrations across the valley, and appealed to people to become a part of the event.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Birdi was speaking to mediapersons after a full-dress rehearsal at the Bakshi Stadium here, the venue for the main Republic Day event in Kashmir. He also reviewed the security arrangements for the day at the venue.
"We have multi-tiered security arrangements in place, with involvement from J-K Police, and central paramilitary forces," Birdi said, adding that apart from the main event, separate functions would be held at respective district headquarters across...