BARAMULLA: In a continued effort to foster stronger ties with the community and enhance public trust, J&K Police in Baramulla organised a series of outreach programmes across various parts of the district as part of its community policing initiative.
The programmes were conducted at 31 locations, including Whole Market Baramulla, Gujjar Sangri, Noorbagh, Zamzampora, Sangri Colony, Batpora, Jalsheri, Soniun, Bilal Colony Malpora, Najar Mohalla, Alambal, Chanderhama, Kongamdara, Sehkoul, Fresthar, Bangdara, Rajpora, Managam, Chandilora, Chekaryandas, Kilwara, Gonipora, Butapathri, Pandoori, Azadpora, Sukad, Churunda, Korali, Noorkhah, Uroosa and Madiyan.
During these interactive sessions, officers engaged directly with local residents, providing a platform for the public to voice their concerns and suggestions. Key issues raised included water supply, erratic electricity, drainage challenges, road connectivity and macadamization, verification procedures, cybercrime awareness, and the growing concern of drug abuse. Police officials also conducted awareness sessions focusing on drug abuse prevention, cyber safety, public security measures, and the importance of timely reporting of incidents through Dial-112. Citizens were reassured that all genuine grievances would be addressed in coordination with the relevant departments.
The initiative saw enthusiastic participation from the public, who lauded the proactive and approachable role of Police in addressing grassroots-level issues and strengthening policeâpublic cooperation.


