Srinagar, June 29 -- Security forces and the civil administration have intensified mock drills across Jammu and Kashmir ahead of the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, scheduled to commence on July 3, to test their preparedness and ensure foolproof security arrangements for the pilgrimage.

The exercises are being conducted to assess the preparedness, coordination and emergency response capabilities of security forces and civil agencies to ensure the safe and smooth conduct of the annual pilgrimage.

The mock drills are being carried out at various locations along both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes, besides major transit camps, base camps and other sensitive locations associated with the pilgrimage.

Personnel from the Central Reserve Police...