JAMMU: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Security, J&K, Sujit Kumar, on Thursday conducted a comprehensive review of security arrangements being put in place for the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, with a special focus on the newly established River Front Lodging and Registration Centre in Jammu.
The River Front Centre is being set up for the first time to provide registration and lodging facilities to pilgrims undertaking the annual pilgrimage.
Apart from the River Front Centre, the IGP Security also inspected other important Yatra transit and accommodation camps, including Bhagwati Nagar in Jammu, Chanderkote in Ramban and Lamber in Banihal, to assess preparedness and review security measures for the safe and smooth conduct of the pilgrimage.
At Jammu, Sujit Kumar was accompanied by SSP Security Jammu and other officers of the Security Wing. A detailed inspection of the River Front Lodging and Registration Centre and Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas was carried out during which officers briefed him about security arrangements, access control measures and preparations being undertaken for the Yatra.
At Chanderkote and Lamber, the IGP Security was accompanied by SSP Ramban, Staff Officer to IGP Security and officers of District Police Ramban. A comprehensive review of security arrangements was conducted and officers briefed him regarding preparedness, deployment plans and measures being adopted for the safety and convenience of pilgrims.
The review focused on establishing robust access control mechanisms, anti-sabotage check procedures, security cut-offs, perimeter security arrangements and identification of vulnerable spots.
Special emphasis was laid on regulation of pilgrim movement, crowd management, surveillance coverage, emergency response preparedness and optimum deployment of manpower and security equipment at all critical locations.
The IGP also reviewed arrangements related to frisking, baggage screening, vehicle checking, access regulation and round-the-clock monitoring of sensitive areas.
He stressed the need for maintaining a high level of alertness and ensuring strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all transit camps and accommodation centres.
During the inspection, necessary directions were issued to the concerned officers for further strengthening the security grid, enhancing coordination among stakeholder agencies and ensuring foolproof security arrangements for pilgrims.
The IGP directed that regular security audits, vulnerability assessments and anti-sabotage checks be conducted to address emerging challenges and maintain a secure environment throughout the Yatra period.
Reiterating the commitment of the Security Wing, J&K Police, Sujit Kumar said all necessary measures are being undertaken in close coordination with district police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and other stakeholder agencies to ensure the safe, secure and hassle-free conduct of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026.
