Srinagar, May 26 (JKNS): Director General of Police J&K, Nalin Prabhat-IPS, on Tuesday chaired a high-level security review meeting at Police Control Room (PCR) Kashmir to assess and finalize security arrangements for the upcoming Eid-Ul-Adha celebrations and Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 (SANJY-2026), directing all agencies to maintain maximum alertness and ensure foolproof security across Kashmir Valley.
As per news agency JKNS, Prabhat-IPS, chaired a meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir to review security arrangements for upcoming Eid-Ul-Adha & Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 (SANJY-2026) at PCR Kashmir.
The meeting witnessed participation from senior officers of the J&K Police, CRPF, ITBP, Traffic Police, Railways, and various security agencies. Among those present were the IGP Kashmir Zone; IG BSF Ftr Hqrs Srinagar, IG CRPF Srinagar Sector; all range DIsG of Kashmir Zone; DIG Railway; DIsG of BSF SHQ Srinagar, Ops BSF FTR HQ Kashmir, and BSF SHQ Bandipora; DIG SSB Srinagar; DIsG of CRPF KOS, CRPF South/North Srinagar, CRPF Anantnag, CRPF SKOR Awantipora, CRPF NKR Baramulla, and CRPF Bandipora; DIG CISF; DIG ITBP Srinagar; all district SSsP/PDs of Kashmir Zone; SSsP of PCR Kashmir, Railways Kashmir, Traffic Rural Kashmir, and APCR Kashmir; Col GS (IS) 15 Corps; Asstt. Commandant CISF Airport Srinagar, and other senior officers.
Emphasizing the importance of peaceful Eid celebrations, DGP J&K directed officers to ensure comprehensive crowd management arrangements at mosques and key congregation venues across the Valley. Shri Nalin Prabhat-IPS stressed the necessity of strengthening security measures, safeguarding public movement, and deploying personnel at sensitive locations to prevent overcrowding. He further instructed field officers to enhance surveillance, carry out random inspections at vulnerable areas, and intensify patrolling to effectively address any potential security concerns during the festive occasion.
During the meeting, the participating officers presented detailed briefings on the proposed security and logistical arrangements, as well as preparedness measures for the smooth conduct of SANJY-2026. Officers from the CAPFs and other security forces also shared their assessments and underscored the need for seamless coordination and synergy among all agencies involved. Additionally, the officers briefed the chair regarding the administrative and logistical arrangements made for the incoming CAPF companies.
The DGP issued directives for the smooth induction of CAPF companies and emphasized that district heads must ensure proper arrangements for incoming units and their efficient ground deployment. Emphasizing the importance of robust security management, DGP J&K directed officers to ensure strict implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adopt proactive strategies to counter potential threats. He stressed the need for heightened vigilance to safeguard pilgrims and maintain a secure environment throughout the yatra period.
Shri Nalin Prabhat-IPS further instructed field formations to intensify efforts aimed at dismantling the terror ecosystem and strengthening area domination along the pilgrimage routes. Directions were also issued for the deployment of Anti-Sabotage teams and the use of advanced surveillance systems and real-time monitoring mechanisms to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
The meeting concluded with a collective commitment from all participating agencies to maintain the highest level of coordination, preparedness, and operational efficiency to ensure the peaceful, secure, and successful conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026. (JKNS)
