Srinagar, Aug. 20 -- Deputy Inspector General of Police, North Kashmir, Maqsood-ul-Zaman, today stressed the importance of people-friendly policing while calling for firm action against anti-peace elements.

He made the remarks while reviewing the security scenario in the border district of Kupwara and assessing the preparedness of forces on the counter-terrorism front.

During the visit, DIG Zaman inspected various operational units and held detailed interactions with SSP Kupwara, Ghulam Jeelani, other officers, and personnel.

At J&K Police's Special Operation Group (SOG) camp in Lolab, the DIG chaired a Darbar with the forces to listen to their issues and grievances.

"Several matters related to welfare and operational needs were resolv...