Srinagar, May 22 (NVI): Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, V K Birdi on Friday reviewed security and logistical arrangements for Eid-ul-Adha and the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2026 during a high-level meeting at the Police Control Room (PCR) Kashmir, officials said.
They said the meeting was attended by senior police and security officers, including Deputy Inspectors General of Police, district SSPs of Kashmir zone, traffic officials, CID, SDRF, Telecom and other concerned officers.
During the meeting, district SSPs briefed the IGP on security preparedness, deployment plans, traffic regulation, crowd management measures and other logistical arrangements for Eid celebrations and the annual pilgrimage, officials said.
Birdi directed officers to ensure robust crowd management at mosques and major congregation points across the Valley during Eid-ul-Adha celebrations.
“He stressed adequate security arrangements at entry and exit points, deployment at sensitive locations and measures to prevent overcrowding,” an official said.
The IGP also instructed field officers to intensify surveillance, conduct random checks at vulnerable locations and increase patrolling to prevent any potential security threats during the festive period.
Reviewing arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra, Birdi emphasized coordinated planning and preparedness to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims, officials said.
He directed officers to strengthen security measures along the yatra routes by deploying anti-sabotage teams and enhancing surveillance and threat detection capabilities through advanced technology and real-time monitoring, they said.
The IGP also highlighted the importance of adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during the pilgrimage and stressed close coordination among all stakeholders to tackle any unforeseen situation effectively, officials added.(NVI)
