The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), in coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir administration, has approved the deployment of 670 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) for the upcoming annual Amarnath Yatra.
The Yatra is scheduled to commence on July 3 and conclude on August 28, lasting 57 days in the Kashmir Valley.
As per official sources, this will be the largest-ever deployment of paramilitary forces for the annual pilgrimage, following last year’s deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 people and brought India and Pakistan to the brink of full-fledged war.
Sources said extensive security arrangements were finalised after detailed consultations between the MHA and senior security officials in Jammu and Kashmir.
The deployment will cover key locations, including the twin pilgrimage routes of Baltal and Pahalgam; the base camps at Baltal and Nunwan; Yatri Niwas in Jammu, the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, the Pathankot-Jammu highway; and other vital areas frequented by pilgrims.
Officials said additional paramilitary units will start arriving in Jammu and Kashmir in the first week of June, with the entire deployment to be completed by June 25.
The Indian Army will play a crucial role by securing strategic heights along the pilgrimage routes and around the holy cave shrine, while J&K Police will provide cover and support.
Meanwhile, more than 3.5 lakh pilgrims have already registered for this year’s Amarnath Yatra since the registration process began on April 15 through designated bank branches across the country. The number of registrations continues to rise.
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