LG chairs meeting in Pahalgam, reviews preparations for Amarnath
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting in Pahalgam and reviewed preparations for the Shri Amarnath Yatra-2026, which starts on 3rd July.
The Lieutenant Governor held a comprehensive review of all key sectors, including logistics, lodging, healthcare facilities, sanitation, power and water supply, availability of civic amenities, road connectivity, RFID cards, functioning on joint control rooms, track maintenance and widening works, construction of footbridges, setting up of langars, creation of holding areas, traffic management and security arrangements.
Deputy Commissioner Anantnag briefed the meeting on the overall preparations being made for the smooth and hassle-free conduct of the annual pilgrimage.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Anantnag, delivered a detailed presentation on the multi-layered security framework and the comprehensive measures in place to ensure pilgrim safety along the entire route.
Speaking to the media persons, the Lieutenant Governor said, “The Jammu Kashmir Administration, Police, Security Forces, Government of India, and the Shrine Board have finalised all preparations to ensure a safe and spiritually enriching experience for the devotees of Baba Amarnath. Residents and all stakeholders are eager to welcome pilgrims arriving from across the nation.
During the review meeting, LG directed the authorities to ensure safety, and weather-based evacuation protocols must be established alongside the strategic deployment of Mountain Response Teams (MRTs) at critical intervals. Furthermore, all transit tents must pass rigorous quality inspections and be equipped with functional fire extinguishers.
On the tracks, real-time crowd analysis must be utilised to identify and clear choke points, while robust traffic management plans and designated parking zones must be enforced to prevent congestion and guarantee the uninterrupted transportation of essential supplies,” the Lieutenant Governor directed the officials.
The meeting was attended by Mandeep K Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor and CEO Amarnathji Shrine Board; Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports Department and Nodal Officer for Pahalgam Axis; Anshul Garg, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir; VK Birdi, IGP Kashmir; M Suleman Choudhary, IGP Traffic J&K; Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, Deputy Commissioner, Anantnag; Amod Nagpure Ashok, SSP Anantnag and senior officers of civil administration, police and security forces.
