In the Kashmir Valley, Inspector General of Police Kashmir Zone V. K. Birdi chaired a meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir to review the law and order situation of the zone.

On the occasion, the IGP Kashmir directed the officers to meticulously prepare, plan, and monitor their respective areas of responsibility to prevent any untoward law & order outbreak. He directed district SSPs, Cyber Cells, and IT & Social Media Cells to monitor the social media and identify the rumour mongers and those who post incriminating material. He emphasised strict adherence to SOPs and stressed upon conducting coordination meetings with the public to ensure peace and calm in the valley.