The programme was attended by SDPO Pampore, SHO Khrew, local residents, traders and other citizens, who raised concerns relating to public safety, traffic management and law and order.
Taking stock of the issues, SSP Rather stressed collective efforts to combat drug abuse, cybercrime and anti-social activities. He urged citizens to remain vigilant, share timely information about suspicious activities and cooperate with police in crime prevention.
Public cooperation was vital for effective policing, crime prevention and maintaining peace and communal harmony-Irshad H Rather, SSP Awantipura.
He also called upon shopkeepers and business establishments to install CCTV cameras to strengthen surveillance and public safety.
Sharing the dedicated helpline 7051404859, the SSP urged people to report illegal mining and other criminal activities so that timely legal action could be initiated against violators.