Srinagar, Aug. 11 -- The Jammu and Kashmir Police have put in place multi-tier security arrangements across the Kashmir Valley to ensure peaceful and incident-free celebrations of Independence Day, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir said.

The IGP Kashmir said that comprehensive security measures have been implemented across the region, with heightened surveillance around sensitive and vulnerable locations, major public gatherings and venues where Independence Day functions are scheduled to be held.

Security agencies have been directed to maintain round-the-clock vigilance and ensure seamless coordination to prevent any untoward incident during the celebrations.

The security arrangements include increased deployment of police and...