In Jammu and Kashmir, enhanced security arrangements have been put in place and security has been significantly tightened to prevent any disruptions and ensure smooth conduct of Republic Day celebrations on January 26 across the Union Territory. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the main function will be held at the Maulana Azad Stadium in Jammu, where Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha will preside over the ceremony and take the salute and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will be the chief guest. Extensive deployment of police and paramilitary forces has been ensured, especially along the International Border (IB) and Line of Control (LoC). Senior police officers have personally reviewed security arrangements in sensitive border areas to ensure effective coordination among various agencies. The security forces have intensified frisking and vehicle checks in various districts. To enhance security measures, advanced surveillance technologies, including drones and high-resolution CCTV cameras, have been deployed to monitor the event venues and surrounding areas. The Deputy Commissioners have been instructed to prepare comprehensive security plans for celebrations at district headquarters. VIPs, including Block Development Council (BDC) chairpersons, panchayat leaders, and municipal councillors, have been invited to attend the events. Firm barricades have been erected around the venues, and extensive deployment of police personnel has been ensured to address security concerns. Tight security arrangements have also been implemented in Jammu and other districts of the region. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary and cabinet ministers Javid Ahmad Dar, Sakina Ittoo, Satish Sharma, and Javed Rana will preside over Republic Day functions in Srinagar, Baramulla, Anantnag, Kathua, and Udhampur districts, respectively. In the remaining 14 districts, DDC chairpersons will take the salute at the respective district headquarters. The administration has directed the illumination of government buildings and the hoisting of the national flag at all government offices across the UT. The district administrations have been instructed to oversee the decoration and lighting of prominent government buildings. Special emphasis has been placed on the use of tricolour-themed lighting to symbolize national pride and unity. Additionally, government employees have been directed to participate in the official Republic Day functions in their respective districts. The administration has urged citizens to join the celebrations and reflect on the significance of Republic Day.