Amarnath Yatra 2026: Security drills conducted at Jammu and Bari Brahmana railway stations
The government has started security preparations for the Amarnath Yatra 2026. To ensure the safety of pilgrims, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) conducted joint security drills at Jammu railway station on June 18, 2026. The focus was to strengthen the security system for the thousands of devotees arriving by train.
What are the key dates and rules for Amarnath Yatra 2026?
The Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra will start on July 3, 2026, and end on August 28, 2026, spanning 57 days. Advance registration for the pilgrimage began on April 15, 2026. From July 1, 2026, all routes, including Pahalgam and Baltal, are declared as no-flying zones, meaning helicopter services will not be available in the travel area.
How is the security being managed at railway stations?
On June 18, 2026, joint mock drills were held at Jammu and Bari Brahmana railway stations. These exercises involved the RPF, GRP, Jammu-Kashmir Police, SOG, SDRF, and 157 Territorial Army soldiers. To handle the crowd, Jammu Tawi railway station has been upgraded under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme with a new building and seven modern platforms.
What are the major security measures in place?
| Security Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Personnel | 67,000 to 70,000 additional security forces deployed |
| Surveillance | 400+ Facial Recognition CCTV cameras and drones |
| Tech Support | Anti-drone systems and watchtowers |
| Ground Support | Sniffer dogs and bomb disposal squads |
| Identification | QR code-enabled IDs for locals and animals |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Amarnath Yatra 2026 कब से कब तक चलेगी?
यह यात्रा 3 जुलाई, 2026 से शुरू होकर 28 अगस्त, 2026 तक कुल 57 दिनों तक चलेगी।
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