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Uttarakhand Police Orders Statewide Security Audit of Courts Amid Heightened Vigilance

The Uttarakhand Police Headquarters has directed all district police chiefs to conduct a comprehensive security review of judges and court complexes across the state. New measures include deploying adequate armed police and PAC personnel, enforcing regulated entry with ID verification, and installing access control barriers. Authorities have been instructed to position Quick Response Teams and conduct daily anti-sabotage checks using bomb disposal and dog squads. The order also mandates continuous CCTV surveillance, regular patrolling, and periodic mock drills to ensure preparedness for any contingency.

Key Points: Uttarakhand Police Orders Security Audit for State Courts

  • Statewide security audit of courts ordered
  • Deployment of armed police and PAC personnel
  • Mandatory ID checks and access control at gates
  • Anti-sabotage checks and QRT deployment mandated
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Uttarakhand Police orders statewide security audit of courts, steps up vigilance

Uttarakhand Police directs statewide security audit of courts, mandates armed personnel, QRTs, and anti-sabotage checks to bolster court complex safety.

"fresh instructions have been issued to further strengthen security arrangements and make court premises more robust and foolproof - Police Officials"

Dehradun, February 19

The Police Headquarters, Uttarakhand, has directed all district Superintendents of Police to undertake a comprehensive security audit of judges, courts and court complexes across the state and ensure that any shortcomings identified during the review are addressed without delay.

Speaking to ANI, officials said that in continuation of the ongoing exercise, fresh instructions have been issued to further strengthen security arrangements and make court premises more robust and foolproof, with an emphasis on strict compliance at all levels.

As part of the enhanced measures, PHQ has ordered the deployment of adequate police and Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) personnel, equipped with necessary security gear, at all court complexes in their respective districts. Authorities have also been instructed to coordinate with concerned officials to enforce regulated entry and exit through mandatory identity verification at court gates to prevent unauthorised access.

The headquarters has further directed the installation of barriers for access control and the strengthening of screening mechanisms at entry points for visitors. Local Intelligence Units, along with additional police personnel, will be deployed to support these arrangements.

Security personnel assigned to the protection of judges and court premises have been asked to remain vigilant in view of heightened security sensitivities. Considering potential threats, including terrorist incidents and bomb attacks, district police chiefs have been instructed to deploy Quick Response Teams (QRTs) and, wherever feasible, teams from the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) at court complexes.

In addition, anti-sabotage checks by bomb disposal squads and dog squads are to be conducted every morning before court proceedings commence. Continuous CCTV surveillance and regular patrolling within court premises have also been mandated.

PHQ has further directed that personnel on duty be periodically reviewed and that mock drills and emergency evacuation exercises be carried out at regular intervals to ensure preparedness in case of any contingency.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good move, but I hope it doesn't make it even more difficult for common people to access justice. Sometimes excessive security creates so many hurdles for litigants and lawyers. Balance is key.
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Rohit P
Finally! Courts are soft targets. With QRTs and ATS deployment mentioned, it shows they are taking potential terror threats seriously. Safety of judges is paramount for a functioning democracy.
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Sarah B
The emphasis on mock drills and regular reviews is the most important part. Security isn't a one-time order, it requires constant vigilance and training. Hope other states follow this model.
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Vikram M
As someone from Dehradun, I've seen the crowds at the district court. It's chaotic. Regulated entry with ID checks is much needed. But they must ensure the process is efficient and doesn't cause long queues in the sun.
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Karthik V
While the intent is good, I have a respectful criticism. Will the police personnel be sensitized on how to deal with the public? Often, they are rude and add to the stress of people already dealing with legal troubles. Security with courtesy should be the goal.
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Nisha Z
Daily anti-sabotage checks with dog squads? That's thorough. It shows they are leaving

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