Conducted comprehensive security review in Pahalgam ahead of Amarnath Yatra-2026, reviews X-ray screening, Nunwan Base camp preparedness; directs foolproof implementation of SOPs, heightened alertness and seamless inter-agency coordination
Anantnag: Ahead of the commencement of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V.K. Birdi, on Wednesday conducted a comprehensive security review at Pahalgam, inspecting key installations and directing security agencies to maintain maximum alertness, strengthen coordination and ensure foolproof arrangements for a safe and incident-free pilgrimage.
Details available with news agency JKNS stated that, IGP Birdi conducted a comprehensive visit to Pahalgam to review the security arrangements along the Yatra route and assess the operational preparedness of the security grid.
During the visit, the IGP inspected the X-ray Screening Point, where he reviewed the passenger and baggage screening mechanism.
He emphasized the importance of meticulous screening, seamless coordination among all agencies, and strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure a safe, secure, and hassle-free pilgrimage for the devotees.
The IGP also visited the Nunwan Base Camp and undertook a detailed assessment of the overall security architecture, deployment plans, surveillance mechanisms, access control measures, and emergency response preparedness.
He interacted with officers and personnel deployed on the ground and appreciated their dedication, professionalism, and commitment towards ensuring foolproof security arrangements for the Yatra.
Reviewing the multi-layered security measures, Shri V.K. Birdi directed officers to maintain a high level of alertness, strengthen inter-agency coordination, and ensure the effective implementation of all security protocols.
He stressed the need for proactive policing, continuous monitoring, and swift response to any contingency to facilitate the smooth, peaceful, and incident-free conduct of the annual pilgrimage.
The visit forms part of the ongoing series of inspections being undertaken by senior police officers to review operational preparedness and further strengthen the security framework ahead of the commencement of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026.
The IGP was accompanied by DIG South Kashmir Range Javid Iqbal Matoo, DIG Yatra Sameer Sharma, SSP Anantnag Amod Ashok Nagpure, along with other senior officers of J&K Police. (JKNS)
