The annual Amarnath Yatra, a 52-day pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine starting June 29th, has prompted heightened security measures at Jammu Railway Station. Following recent terrorist attacks in the region, authorities have reviewed security protocols, established a joint police control room, and emphasized inter-agency collaboration to prevent further incidents. The...
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pilgrimage, attracting devotees from across India, originates at the Jammu base camp. The increased security comes in response to four terrorist attacks in Reasi, Doda, and Kathua districts, resulting in the deaths of nine pilgrims, one CRPF jawan, and injuries to several others. Two suspected Pakistani terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Kathua.