DGP J&K reviews security arrangements for Amarnath Yatra

United News of India

24-05-2025

Srinagar, May 24 (UNI) Ahead of the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Director General of Police, J&K, Nalin Prabhat chaired a high-level security review meeting in Srinagar, and issued strict directions for the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and called for intensified efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem.
Prabhat chaired a joint meeting with officers from the Police, CRPF, ITBP, Traffic Police, Railways, and various security and intelligence agencies at Police Control Room Kashmir to review the overall security arrangements for the upcoming Yatra.
A police spokesman said at the onset of the meeting, the zonal police chiefs briefed the chair on the proposed security arrangements for the conduct of the Yatra. The officers of CAPF and other SFs also briefed the chair, gave their feedback and emphasised the significance of effective coordination among the various forces.
During the meeting, DGP J&K issued directions for implementing the SOPs and also emphasised the importance of proactive measures in mitigating risks and ensuring the safety and security of the yatris. He also directed the field officers to intensify their efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem.
DGP instructed the officers to bolster security measures and mitigate potential risks by deploying Anti-Sabotage teams along the yatra routes. He also directed the officers to enhance surveillance and threat detection capabilities by utilising advanced technologies and real-time monitoring of both pilgrimage routes.
The meeting concluded with a resolve to ensure the highest level of preparedness and coordination for the smooth and successful conduct of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025.
UNI MJR RN