Pahalgam, July 18 : A comprehensive security review meeting was held at Pahalgam on Friday under the chairmanship of the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), South Kashmir Range, to evaluate and strengthen security arrangements for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra.
The meeting witnessed the participation of senior officials from key security and response agencies, including the Commander, Sector 1 Rashtriya Rifles (RR); DIG, CRPF; SSP Anantnag; Police Yatra Officer; and the Commanding Officers of BSF, ITBP, CRPF, and NDRF. Zonal Officers deployed along the Yatra axis also attended the briefing.
DIGP underscored the critical importance of inter-agency coordination to ensure the safe and smooth conduct of the pilgrimage. Specific instructions were issued to all concerned officers regarding heightened ground vigilance, strict enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), adherence to cut-off timings, and the regulation of non-convoy Yatra vehicles.
All participating agencies were directed to maintain a high state of alertness, conduct proactive threat assessments, and ensure 24×7 surveillance across the Yatra route to prevent any untoward incident.
The meeting reinforced the collective commitment of all stakeholders to uphold the sanctity and safety of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra through cohesive, proactive, and mission-focused security measures. (JKNS)
