Ganderbal, June 21 -- Ahead of the annual Mela Kheer Bhawani and the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2026, Ganderbal Police has intensified security arrangements across the district to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage experience for devotees, according to an official release.

As part of the security preparations, Ganderbal Police conducted area domination exercises in and around the Kheer Bhawani Temple at Tulmulla.

The exercise aimed to maintain a secure environment for devotees, local residents and visitors attending the annual religious gathering.

The police have also strengthened highway checking and surveillance measures along the Ganderbal-Baltal axis. Security personnel are carrying out thorough vehicle checks and ...