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Mint
19 hours ago
- Mint
Amarnath Yatra 2025 to be conducted for reduced duration of 38 days for first time: Check dates
The Amarnath Yatra 2025 will be conducted from July 3 to August 9 this year, marking a reduced duration of 38 days for the first time along with added security. As per a report by news agency ANI, a total of 581 companies from various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) will be deployed during the Shri Amarnath Yatra 2025. 'The pilgrimage, scheduled to take place from July 3 to August 9, will now be conducted over a reduced duration of 38 days for the first time,' ANI reported. For the first time, jammers will be installed to protect the Shri Amarnath Yatra convoy during its movement, which will be escorted by Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). During the passage of the convoy, all roads leading to the Yatra routes and National Highways will be temporarily blocked to ensure maximum security. In addition to these measures, a comprehensive deployment will include Road Opening Parties (ROPs) to secure and clear the routes, Quick Action Teams (QATs) for immediate response to threats, Bomb Disposal Squads (BDS) for detecting and neutralizing explosives, K9 units (specially trained sniffer dogs), and drones for aerial surveillance. These arrangements will be in place on both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes to the Amarnath Cave Shrine in Jammu and Kashmir. Among other details, Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board has made it clear that those below 13 years and above 70 years of age will not be permitted for this Yatra despite they obtain the compulsory medical certificate. Also, pregnant women will not be permitted, even if they produce a compulsory medical certificate. (This is a developing story. Check back for updates)
United News of India
29-05-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
DG BSF chairs security, operational strategies of Jammu Frontier
Jammu, May 29 (UNI) Director General Border Security Force (BSF) Daljit Singh Chawdhary on Thursday chaired a meeting here at Jammu Frontier HQ to review and strengthen border domination measures in Jammu region. During the review, the DG BSF assessed the current operational strategies, challenges, and the overall security scenario along the International Border, said an official. He said that the DG emphasised the importance of constant vigil, coordination, and troop readiness in maintaining the sanctity and security of the nation. DG BSF also stressed the need for heightened safety and security due to the upcoming Shri Amarnath Yatra 2025. UNI VBH RN
