Securing the Amarnath Yatra: A Strategic Approach to Pilgrim Safety
Inspector General of Police, Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti, emphasized high vigilance for the Amarnath Yatra. A review of security arrangements was conducted in Jammu, Kathua, and Samba. Coordinated efforts and preparedness, including infrastructure inspections and mock drills, were highlighted to ensure the safety of pilgrims during the 32-day pilgrimage.
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The Inspector General of Police (IGP) for Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti, has intensified security measures ahead of the Amarnath Yatra, urging heightened vigilance throughout the pilgrimage period. Addressing security protocols, the IGP reviewed operations, emphasizing the need for comprehensive safety strategies for the upcoming religious event.
In cooperation with Deputy Inspector General Shiv Kumar Sharma, the security arrangements in critical border districts, including Jammu, Kathua, and Samba, were thoroughly assessed. Sharma highlighted the necessity for coherent efforts to safeguard the pilgrims, stressing vigilance and collaboration to avert potential threats.
The pilgrimage will begin on July 3, charting courses from both the Nunwan-Pahalgam and Baltal tracks. Key focus areas include infrastructure inspections, security drills, and inter-agency collaboration, ensuring seamless operations and public confidence during the yatra.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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