Kurukshetra Police set up 15 checkpoints for Kanwar Yatra
Heavy vehicle diversions to be introduced as pilgrim numbers rise; security, traffic and emergency arrangements strengthened across the district
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Heavy vehicle diversions to be introduced as pilgrim numbers rise; security, traffic and emergency arrangements strengthened across the district
Two youths allegedly assaulted the driver of a Punjab Government’s Chief Minister Tirth Yatra bus following a minor altercation on the Amritsar-Attari road on Wednesday morning, triggering panic among 65 passengers, many of whom were elderly pilgrims. The police said...
Vipin Sonkar had reported the loss of his bag, suspected to have been misplaced at either Katra or Sanjichhat Helipad
Focus on strengthening security and improving facilities for pilgrims
Police are increasing security for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra. More checkpoints will be established in Jammu, Samba, and Kathua. Security audits, including night patrols, are underway, focusing on base camps and routes. The 38-day yatra starts July 3 via Pahalgam and Baltal routes. (This summary is generated via AI.)