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LG Sinha Orders Unified Security Coordination for Amarnath Yatra Starting July 3

It underscores a unified contingency framework designed to safeguard pilgrims throughout the 38-day journey.

Overview

  • On June 13, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha convened senior officials to assess security readiness for the Amarnath Yatra scheduled from July 3 to August 9.
  • He conducted an in-depth review of the security grid, contingency plans and deployment strategies across the J&K Police, Army and central armed police forces.
  • Sinha directed civil administration, the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board and all security agencies to operate under a single, coordinated protocol.
  • Dr. Mandeep K. Bhandari presented key measures to enhance infrastructure and services along the pilgrimage route to ensure a smooth experience for devotees.
  • Earlier this week, the Lieutenant Governor performed the Pratham Puja at the Amarnath cave shrine and reassured pilgrims of foolproof security arrangements.