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.