Amarnath Yatra 2026: Amit Shah chairs meeting to review security preparedness

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting to review security arrangements for the upcoming 57-day Amarnath Yatra. The government is deploying advanced surveillance technology and multi-agency coordination to ensure the safety of pilgrims traveling through the Pahalgam and Baltal routes.
Why it matters
The Amarnath Yatra is a major annual pilgrimage in a sensitive region, requiring significant security resources to prevent potential threats to thousands of devotees.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday (June 12, 2026) chaired a high-level meeting to review the security and operational preparedness for the upcoming annual Amarnath Yatra, officials said.
The article reports on government security preparations using official statements without emotive language or political commentary.
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