The CRPF's unflinching dedication to protecting pilgrims has prompted them to equip its vehicles stationed on NH-44 with cutting-edge equipment, including Remote Controlled Improvised Explosive Device (RCIED) Jammers.
The PRO statement further informed that the army has established helipads at multiple locations for medical emergencies and to cater for other airlift requirements.
The 62-day-long Amarnath Yatra will commence on July 1 from the two traditional routes of Nunwan in Pahalgam and Baltal in central Kashmir's Ganderbal district.
The 62-day-long Amarnath Yatra will commence from July 1 from the two traditional routes of Nunwan in Pahalgam and Baltal in central Kashmir's Ganderbal district.
Jammu Deputy Commissioner Avny Lavasa convened a meeting to review the arrangements for the smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra 2023 at the DC Office complex here on Saturday.
Jammu and Kashmir chief secretary, Arun Kumar Mehta, held a high-level meeting of civil administration and police on Wednesday to take stock of arrangements for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, 2023, in light of Supreme Court directions to ensure smooth conduct of the Yatra.
Deputy Commissioner, Udhampur Sachin Kumar Vaishya on Tuesday convened a meeting with different stakeholders to discuss arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra 2023 set to begin next month.
The DC reviewed department and work-wise arrangements and directed the concerned to complete all pending works within a period of a week's time, well before the commencement of the yatra, it informed.
The DC directed the concerned departments to focus on the completion of pending works well before the commencement of the Yatra, keeping in mind the increased influx of pilgrims being anticipated due to easing out of Covid restrictions.
At the meeting, a detailed discussion was held and a briefing was also given by the officers of CRPF, Police, and intelligence agencies, in view of the present security scenario and possible threats to the Amarnath Yatra this year.