Jammu, 29 April (H.S.): Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday chaired a high-level security review meeting at Lok Bhavan in Jammu to assess the current security situation and review preparedness for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra.

Senior police and administrative officials, including Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat, participated in the meeting, which focused on law and order management and coordinated security arrangements.

The meeting reviewed the overall security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir, with particular emphasis on ensuring safe and smooth conduct of the annual Amarnath Yatra, a major pilgrimage that draws thousands of devotees.

Discussions also centered on strengthening preventive measures and maintaining heightened alertness across vulnerable areas, officials said.

The Lieutenant Governor is understood to have stressed the need for seamless coordination among security agencies and timely response mechanisms to deal with any emerging situation.

The meeting also reviewed ongoing efforts under the administration’s drive to build a drug-free society, with focus on intensified action against narcotics and awareness initiatives.

Officials discussed measures to further strengthen anti-drug campaigns and enforcement efforts as part of a broader strategy to curb substance abuse in the region.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Krishan Kumar