New Delhi: The BJP-led Indian government has approved the deployment of 670 companies of paramilitary forces for security arrangements during this year’s Amarnath Yatra in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). According to Beyond Time News, this is the largest-ever security deployment for the annual pilgrimage.
Heavy Security Deployment Across Yatra Route
Officials from India’s Ministry of Home Affairs said additional Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) will begin arriving in IIOJK in early June, with full deployment expected before the pilgrimage starts on July 3.
The 57-day Amarnath Yatra will continue until August 28.
Security forces will be stationed along major routes, including Baltal and Pahalgam, as well as key transit points such as the Srinagar-Jammu Highway, base camps, and surrounding areas.
Authorities said heightened surveillance and strict security measures will remain in place throughout the pilgrimage.
Concerns Over Growing Militarization
India already maintains a large military presence in IIOJK, with the region widely regarded as one of the most militarized zones in the world.
According to Beyond Time News, critics say the latest deployment reflects New Delhi’s continued reliance on heavy security measures in the occupied territory.
Officials also confirmed that more than 350,000 Hindu pilgrims have registered for this year’s yatra so far.
Environmental Experts Raise Alarm
Environmental experts and analysts have expressed concern over the increasing scale of the pilgrimage and its impact on the fragile Himalayan ecosystem.
They warned that the growing influx of pilgrims, combined with expanded security infrastructure, could place additional pressure on glaciers, forests, and water resources in the region.
Experts have also highlighted concerns over deforestation, waste management, and ecological damage in environmentally sensitive areas.
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Debate Continues Over Security Measures
Political observers say the large-scale deployment has intensified debate over security policies and administrative control in IIOJK.
According to Beyond Time News, the developments have once again drawn attention to the political, environmental, and humanitarian challenges in the region.
Conclusion
India’s decision to deploy 670 paramilitary companies for the Amarnath Yatra marks one of the largest security operations in IIOJK in recent years. While authorities describe the move as necessary for security, concerns continue over militarization and environmental impact in the Himalayan region.
According to Beyond Time News, the issue remains under close observation amid growing regional and international attention.
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