Ladakh DGP Anand Jain Reviews Changthang Security, Calls for Stronger Coordination in Sensitive Border Areas
Ladakh DGP Anand Jain undertakes a three-day Changthang tour, reviews policing and border security, interacts with residents and inaugurates a new police facility at Korzok.
Ladakh Director General of Police Anand Jain has called for closer coordination among security agencies, government departments and other stakeholders to maintain peace, stability and security across the strategically important Changthang region. During his three-day tour of the area, the senior IPS officer reviewed police arrangements, visited remote border locations, inspected police infrastructure and held direct interactions with residents and personnel serving in some of the most difficult terrain in the Union Territory.
The visit assumed particular significance because Changthang includes sensitive border areas as well as several locations that attract tourists during the travel season. Jain’s tour covered villages, police establishments and border stretches, giving him an opportunity to assess security arrangements on the ground rather than relying only on administrative reports. He also listened to local concerns and stressed the importance of maintaining effective communication between the police, residents, security personnel and other government stakeholders.
DGP Reviews Policing Arrangements Across Changthang
One of the important stops during Jain’s tour was Chumathang, where he interacted with local residents and heard their concerns and suggestions. The DGP assured the people that genuine issues raised during the interaction would be brought to the notice of the concerned authorities so that appropriate action could be considered.
The interaction was also aimed at strengthening the relationship between the police and communities living in remote parts of Changthang. In a region where villages are scattered across vast and challenging terrain, regular engagement with residents can play an important role in identifying emerging security concerns, improving communication and ensuring that people have access to police assistance when required.
Jain subsequently visited Nyoma Police Station, where he was accorded a guard of honour. He inspected the station’s records, infrastructure and barracks and reviewed the overall functioning of the police establishment. The DGP also spent time with police personnel deployed in the area, taking stock of the conditions in which they are working and the operational challenges posed by the high-altitude terrain.
The inspection provided an opportunity to assess whether police facilities are adequate for personnel posted in such remote locations. Accommodation, infrastructure, record maintenance and the availability of basic facilities remain important aspects of policing in difficult geographical conditions.
Meeting With Village Representatives and Local Residents
A public meeting was later organised at the District Police Office in Changthang, bringing together local residents and village representatives. Nambardars, or village heads, from Nyoma, Mudh and Nidder participated in the interaction with the DGP.
Such meetings allow senior police officials to get a first-hand understanding of issues that may not always appear in routine departmental reports. Residents can raise concerns relating to policing, public safety, tourism, infrastructure and other matters directly with senior officers, while the police can explain the steps being taken to address local requirements.
During the meeting, Senior Superintendent of Police, Changthang, Syed Zaheer Abbas Jafari, briefed Jain about policing initiatives undertaken in the district. He also outlined achievements and community-oriented activities carried out by the local police establishment.
The briefing helped the DGP assess the functioning of policing at the district level, along with the efforts being made to keep residents engaged with the police. The wider objective was to make security arrangements more responsive to local conditions while maintaining coordination with other agencies operating in the border region.
Focus on Security and Police-Community Engagement
Jain’s Changthang visit covered several aspects of policing and administration. These included an assessment of police infrastructure, inspection of official records and accommodation facilities, interaction with personnel deployed in difficult terrain and discussions with local residents and village representatives.
The tour also allowed the police leadership to examine public-police engagement and understand security-related concerns emerging from the ground. In a region combining border sensitivity, remote settlements and growing tourist movement, maintaining a visible and accessible police presence can be particularly important.
The DGP’s emphasis on coordination reflects the multi-agency nature of security management in border areas. Police personnel operate alongside other security and government agencies, making information sharing and timely communication essential for maintaining a stable environment.
‘Nasha Mukt Bharat’ Bike Rally Flagged Off
The Changthang tour also featured a public awareness initiative focusing on the fight against drug abuse. A bike rally carrying the message of ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat’ was organised in the region as part of the police’s community outreach and awareness activities.
Jain flagged off the rally in the presence of police personnel and local villagers. The event sought to use community participation to spread awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and promote the broader message of a drug-free society.
Such programmes also provide the police with an opportunity to connect with communities beyond conventional law-and-order activities. Awareness campaigns involving local residents can help turn social issues into collective community concerns rather than leaving them solely to government agencies.
New Police Facility Inaugurated at Korzok
Another significant part of Jain’s tour was his visit to Korzok near the picturesque Tsomoriri lake. There, the DGP inaugurated a newly constructed prefabricated hut that will function as a police check post and accommodation facility for personnel deployed in the area.
The new facility is expected to support police operations as well as tourist assistance. Korzok is a popular destination for visitors travelling through the Changthang region, making a local police presence useful not only from a security perspective but also for assisting tourists who may require help while travelling through the remote area.
During his interaction with residents, Jain was also presented with a specific demand – year-round deployment of police personnel. Locals pointed out that police deployment in the area is currently seasonal, while the need for assistance and security can extend beyond the peak tourist period.
The DGP responded positively to the request and said the demand would be examined. He also indicated that efforts would be made to ensure a continuous police presence in the area, subject to the requirements and available arrangements.
Visit to Chumur Border Area
Jain’s three-day tour concluded with a visit to Chumur, another strategically significant location close to the border. During the visit, the Ladakh Police chief interacted with security personnel deployed in the area and took stock of the security environment.
He also paid homage at a local monastery, adding a community and cultural dimension to his visit. His interaction with personnel deployed in the border area provided an opportunity to understand the operational realities faced by those working in remote and demanding conditions.
The visit to Chumur reinforced the broader focus of the tour – strengthening security preparedness while ensuring that police arrangements remain connected with the needs of local communities.
Anand Jain’s Background and Career
Anand Jain is a 1999-batch IPS officer belonging to the AGMUT cadre. He was appointed Director General of Police of the Union Territory of Ladakh in June 2026, taking over the responsibility from the previous arrangement headed by K K Sharma.
Before moving to the top police position in Ladakh, Jain served as Additional Director General of Police, Armed Police, in Jammu and Kashmir. His career has included assignments involving policing and security in the region, experience that is particularly relevant to his present responsibilities in Ladakh’s sensitive border environment.
Jain has also received several police service honours during his career. These include the Police Medal for Gallantry in 2006, the Police Medal for Meritorious Service in 2018 and the President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service in 2025.
His Changthang visit comes at a time when Ladakh’s policing requirements extend well beyond conventional law-and-order responsibilities. Border security, tourist safety, community engagement, policing infrastructure and coordination with multiple agencies are all part of the challenge.
By travelling to remote locations, meeting residents and inspecting police facilities, the DGP has sought to get a closer picture of these challenges. His emphasis on coordination among stakeholders also underlines the importance of a unified approach to security and public safety in one of India’s most strategically important and geographically demanding regions.
