In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, the security forces have been maintaining a strict vigil and are on high alert, performing round-the-clock relentless duties, in an effort to ensure safety and security among the fear-stricken citizens, non-locals and the minorities living in Kashmir valley following the brutal and barbaric civilian killings by terrorists in this month.<br />''<br />''The joint team of security forces including the personnel of Jammu & Kashmir Police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) have established check-posts at different parts of Srinagar city and across the Kashmir valley and are patrolling on the streets.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">The high alert and the frisking was necessitated in the wake of spate of civilian killings with an aim to ensure safety and instil a sense of security and confidence among the people including minorities, non-locals and the tourists who are presently visiting the Kashmir valley from various parts of the country.</span><br />