With the Amarnath Yatra 2025 set to commence on July 3, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has ramped up security measures along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44)—a vital corridor for thousands of pilgrims heading to the sacred shrine.
A multi-layered security plan is now in place, which includes heightened surveillance, deployment of K-9 (dog) squads, and intensified patrolling on sensitive highway stretches, especially around Udhampur sector.
The first batch of pilgrims is scheduled to be flagged off from the Jammu base camp on July 2, with the official pilgrimage beginning a day later via both Baltal and Pahalgam routes.
In a proactive step to bolster disaster preparedness, a joint mock landslide drill was conducted on Sunday at Samroli, Toldi Nallah, on NH-44. The exercise involved coordinated efforts by the Indian Army, CRPF, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the Jammu and Kashmir State Disaster Response Force (JKSDRF).
The simulation tested emergency response capabilities in the event of landslides or other natural calamities. It included the rescue of stranded vehicles, first aid for mock victims, and medical evacuation via ambulance, showcasing efficient inter-agency coordination.
Deputy SP (Headquarters) Udhampur, Prehlad Kumar, reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to a safe pilgrimage, stating that security forces are fully prepared to meet any challenges. He added that such drills significantly improve disaster response readiness, ensuring a secure and smooth Amarnath Yatra experience for all devotees.
The strengthened security apparatus and emergency response exercises underscore the administration’s focus on safeguarding both pilgrims and infrastructure along the critical pilgrimage routes.
