Securing the Sacred: Operation Shiva's Multi-Layered Strategy for Amarnath Yatra
Operation Shiva by the Indian Army involves deploying 8,500 troops and a counter-unmanned aerial system to ensure the security of the Amarnath Yatra. It includes a robust security architecture in collaboration with civil authorities and Central Armed Police Forces, aiming to safeguard the pilgrimage amid heightened threats.
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The Indian Army has initiated Operation Shiva to bolster security during the Amarnath Yatra, as announced by an official on Friday. Over 8,500 troops, along with a counter-unmanned aerial system grid, have been deployed to fortify the twin routes leading to the cave shrine.
This year's 38-day pilgrimage to the 3,880-metre-high shrine commenced on July 3, with the journey set to conclude on August 9. Pilgrims have the option to follow the traditional Nunwan-Pahalgam route or the steeper Baltal path.
A defence spokesperson highlighted that Operation Shiva aims to address heightened threats from Pakistan-backed proxies. The operation includes comprehensive security measures, technological resources, and specialist task forces to ensure a smooth, secure, and spiritually fulfilling Yatra for devotees.
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