Police conducts intensified security measures ahead of Mela Kheer Bhawani & SANJY-2026 in Ganderbal
21/06/2026
Srinagar, June 21 (KIP)-Ahead of Mela Kheer Bhawani & forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2026, Police in Ganderbal have intensified security arrangements across the district to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage experience for the devotees.
Ahead of the Mela Kheer Bhawani-2026, Police conducted area domination exercises in and around Kheer Bhawani Temple, Tulmulla, as part of the security preparedness for the upcoming religious congregation. The exercise aimed at maintaining a secure environment for devotees, locals and visitors attending the annual Mela.
As part of the comprehensive security preparedness, highway checking and surveillance measures have also been strengthened on the Ganderbal–Baltal axis. Security personnel are conducting thorough checks of vehicles and maintaining strict vigil at important points to ensure foolproof security along the Yatra route.
Furthermore, Advance Security Tasking (AST) exercises are being carried out at strategic locations to assess and strengthen the security grid, enhance coordination among different security agencies and ensure prompt response to any emerging situation during the Yatra period.
J&K Police remains committed to ensure peaceful conduct of all upcoming religious events and has urged the general public and devotees to extend cooperation with security personnel for maintaining safety and security across the district.