Srinagar: Director General of Police, (DGP) J&K, Nalin Prabhat (IPS), on Saturday chaired a Union Territory-wide security review meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir to review security and logistical arrangements for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2026), directing all agencies to maintain the highest level of operational preparedness with seamless inter-agency coordination.
The meeting was joined by officers of J&K Police, Army, CAPFs, Traffic Police, Railway Police, intelligence wings, and other agencies, including GOC 15 Corps, Special DG Coordination J&K, ADGP CID J&K, ADG CRPF J&K, IGPs of Kashmir, Jammu, Security, Railways, Traffic, and CID Zones, IG BSF Kashmir, IG CRPF KOS, IG NHF ITBP, IG CRPF Srinagar and Jammu, IG BSF Jammu, Commissioners of SB Jammu and Srinagar, GOC CIF (K), (V), (R), and (D), all Range DIGs, DIGs of SSB, CISF, CRPF, BSF, RPF, ITBP, all district SSPs, and other senior officers.
Participating officers presented a comprehensive review of security arrangements, traffic management plans, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The DGP emphasized intensified area domination and night domination exercises, particularly along the National Highway, critical road corridors, and Yatra routes. He also directed field formations to enhance surveillance and maintain a close watch on inimical elements across Jammu and Kashmir.
The DGP instructed officers to ensure strict verification of identity credentials and effective utilisation of the RFID-based tracking system for real-time monitoring of registered yatris. He further directed that issues relating to unregistered yatris be handled proactively and humanely in close coordination with the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board, while ensuring that only duly registered pilgrims are permitted to undertake the Yatra in accordance with prescribed protocols.
Reviewing disaster preparedness, the DGP directed all agencies to keep contingency plans and adequate resources in readiness to effectively respond to any weather-related disruptions by ensuring timely evacuation, shelter, medical assistance, and other essential support. He also emphasised robust security and seamless assistance for both tourists and pilgrims across the Union Territory.
Stressing the importance of professionalism and public service, Shri Nalin Prabhat directed all officers to remain accessible, responsive, and people-friendly, ensuring prompt assistance to every pilgrim whenever required. Reiterating the commitment of the J&K Police and all sister agencies, the DGP expressed confidence that through coordinated efforts, unwavering vigilance, and effective synergy among all stakeholders, the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 will continue to be conducted safely, peacefully, and successfully.