Reasi, Jun 24: In view of the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2026), Kousar Nag Yatra and Shri Budda Amarnath Yatra, a Subsidiary Multi-Agency Centre (SMAC) meeting was held at District Police Lines Reasi under the chairmanship of SSP Reasi, Mukund Tibrewal.
The meeting was attended by senior officers of Police, Army, CRPF, CISF, BSF, JKAP, intelligence agencies and other security establishments while SHOs of District Reasi joined virtually.
Participating officers briefed the chair on the prevailing security situation and preparedness measures for ensuring the safe, secure and smooth conduct of the upcoming pilgrimages.
Detailed discussions were held on law and order management, counter-terrorism measures, surveillance of OGWs, monitoring of surrendered terrorists and missing youth, prevention of radicalisation, and intelligence-led operations.
SSP emphasised strengthening security along pilgrimage routes, vulnerable locations and vital installations, including Chenab Bridge, Anji Bridge and other railway infrastructure.
He directed agencies to conduct regular mock drills, intensify area domination in the vicinity of religious and strategic sites, and enhance engagement with residents of fringe villages.
The SSP also urged security agencies to support the training and firing practice of Village Defence Groups (VDGs) as per PHQ guidelines. Agencies were advised to sensitize personnel regarding the threat posed by PIO calls and ensure that no sensitive information is disclosed inadvertently.
Stress was laid on maintaining heightened vigilance, effective inter-agency coordination and robust intelligence sharing. SSP Reasi directed verification of CCTV camera functionality and ownership details near security force establishments and called for greater use of surveillance technologies, including drones, along Yatra routes.
Reviewing Yatra-specific arrangements, he stressed strict adherence to SOPs, regular briefing of deployed personnel and public awareness regarding safety measures through display of Do’s and Don’ts at key locations. He also directed SDRF and other agencies to remain prepared for any monsoon-related emergencies and ordered thorough character verification of pony operators and porters from Reasi participating in SANJY duties.
The SSP reiterated that there is no room for complacency and emphasised that proactive policing, coordinated efforts and real-time intelligence sharing remain essential for maintaining peace and ensuring the safe conduct of the forthcoming pilgrimages.
The meeting concluded with a collective commitment from all participating agencies to further strengthen coordination and security preparedness across District Reasi.
