Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua, Mohita Sharma, chaired a review meeting on Wednesday to assess security preparedness for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2026. The meeting was attended by senior police officers, CRPF personnel, and intelligence agency officials.
Security Overview Presented
Sharma presented a detailed overview of security arrangements, including surveillance mechanisms, convoy management, deployment of Quick Response Teams (QRTs), and emergency response plans for the pilgrimage.
Key Directives Issued
Addressing the officers, the SSP stressed the need for maximum alertness, strict adherence to security protocols, and pilgrim-friendly conduct during the yatra. She directed supervisory officers to strengthen security measures through regular inspections of community kitchens, lodging centers, and other yatra-related facilities while maintaining close surveillance on suspicious activities and anti-national elements.
Officers were instructed to intensify intelligence gathering, promptly share actionable inputs, and maintain close coordination with intelligence agencies and other stakeholders to ensure a robust security grid.
Enhanced Security Along Routes
Directions were issued to enhance security along the National Highway and railway track, with special emphasis on round-the-clock domination, naka checking, and area patrols. Stress was also laid on completing census and tenant verification drives along the highway, at hotels, dhabas, and industrial units to rule out the presence of anti-national elements near the yatra route.
Surveillance and Response Capabilities
The SSP called for strengthening surveillance and response capabilities through increased drone monitoring, installation of X-ray machines, and deployment of dog squads for anti-sabotage checks at vital locations, including Base Camp Lakhanpur and other yatra sites. She also emphasized seamless coordination among the police, CAPFs, civil administration, traffic police, health services, and other departments.
Coordination and Monitoring
Officers were further directed to ensure effective management and security of Yatra mini-convoys and expand CCTV coverage at all key locations with dedicated 24x7 monitoring. Sharma reiterated the importance of maintaining high operational readiness and coordinated efforts to ensure the safe, smooth, and successful conduct of the pilgrimage.
