Enhanced Security Deployment Anticipated Before Amarnath Yatra due to Terror Alerts; Extensive Security Measures Installed Along the Yatra Route
Amarnath Yatra 2021: Brace for Operation Shiva as Security Forces Mull Over 50,000 Strong Defense
Step into the bustling city of New Delhi, where preparations for the much-anticipated Amarnath Yatra are nearing their peak. set to commence on July 3 and conclude on August 9, this 38-day pilgrimage promises a challenging trek to a revered cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva at an altitude of 3,880 meters in the Himalayas.
With the first batch of pilgrims gearing up to take the journey, the city hums with frenetic activity as preparations for the arduous trek intensify. The focus, however, is squarely on the devotees' safety. Measures taken range from unprecedented lodging arrangements to meticulous attention to every aspect of the route.
Home Minister Amit Shah emphasizes the importance of maintaining a high state of alert during the yatra, directing the security forces to be ever-vigilant. Key administrative, police, and paramilitary officials have already conducted thorough inspections of the Yatri Niwas, while Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has scrutinized the security preparations themselves.
In response, an impressive force of over 50,000 soldiers has been posted along the routes, base camps, and sensitive areas. UAV drones and helicopters will be strategically utilized for round-the-clock surveillance to maintain a bird's-eye view of the entire pilgrimage.
A three-tier security system will be in place, ensuring comprehensive protection for the yatra participants. This will encompass cutting-edge technologies like body scanners, CCTV cameras, and non-stop surveillance for thorough, real-time monitoring of pilgrims. All registered participants will be equipped with RFID tags for seamless, real-time tracking.
Guided by the 3D mapping of the route to the cave shrine, security forces have already conducted audits of the entry and exit points. A tight security blanket blankets the routes, composed of more than 500 companies of central paramilitary forces. Anti-sabotage teams will also be stationed at strategic locations, while regular mock drills will serve as psychological preparation for potential incidents.
These unprecedented security measures come on the heels of the tragic April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, where 25 tourists and a Kashmiri pony ride operator were callously gunned down by Pakistan-linked terrorists. The chilling incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges that security forces face in maintaining the safety of the pilgrims during the Amarnath Yatra.
While specific security measures for the 2021 yatra remain under wraps due to operational reasons, typical security measures are expected to include the deployment of anti-sabotage teams, advanced surveillance technologies, enforcement of standard operating procedures, efforts to dismantle terror networks, and comprehensive security initiatives like "Operation Shiva" to ensure a safe and secure pilgrimage.
- Despite the focus on the Amarnath Yatra's safety, ongoing concerns about war-and-conflicts persist, as evidenced by the recent terror attack in Pahalgam.
- In the whirlwind of general-news headlines, the anticipated Amarnath Yatra is also shedding light on the travel sector, with the city bustling with activity as preparations intensify for the 38-day pilgrimage.
- Amidst the backdrop of politics and crime-and-justice, the lifestyle of residents in New Delhi is further enriched by the cultural and spiritual significance of the Amarnath Yatra, which offers a unique blend of religious devotion and the challenges of a demanding trek.
