Anantnag, June 11: In preparation for the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, Deputy Inspector General of Police, South Kashmir Range (SKR), Javid Iqbal Matoo, on Wednesday chaired a high-level preparedness meeting at Pahalgam to review security arrangements and ensure effective coordination among all stakeholder agencies.
The meeting was attended by DIG CRPF, Commander 1 Sector Rashtriya Rifles, SSP Anantnag, Commanding Officers of Adhoc Companies, ASP North Camp Aishmuqam, besides senior officers from Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and allied departments.
During the meeting, the DIG reviewed the overall preparedness for the smooth and secure conduct of the annual pilgrimage. Detailed deliberations were held on deployment strategies, area domination plans, traffic regulation, emergency response mechanisms, communication networks, inter-agency coordination and arrangements aimed at ensuring the safety and convenience of pilgrims.
Emphasising the significance of close coordination among all agencies, DIG SKR directed officers to maintain a high degree of alertness and ensure the effective implementation of security measures along the entire Yatra route. He underscored the need for proactive policing, regular briefing of personnel and swift response to any emerging situation.
Officers from various agencies briefed the chair about the preparations made within their respective jurisdictions and assured full cooperation for the successful conduct of the pilgrimage.
Expressing satisfaction over the arrangements put in place so far, DIG Javid Iqbal Matoo urged all security and civil agencies to continue working in close coordination to facilitate a safe, secure and hassle-free Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 for devotees.
The meeting concluded with a collective reaffirmation of commitment by all participating agencies towards ensuring the successful and peaceful conduct of the annual pilgrimage.(KNC)
