TOP STORIES Northern Army Commander reviews security preparedness along Amarnath Yatra route | KNO Army reiterates commitment to safe pilgrimage, vigilant security measures Published 6 hours ago on June 19, 2026 By Umaisar Gull Ganie Pahalgam, June 18 (KNO): Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma visited Pahalgam and Chandanwari on Thursday to review the security situation and assess operational preparedness along the southern route ahead of the commencement of the Amarnath Yatra 2026. The Army Commander, according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) reviewed security arrangements and preparedness measures put in place for the annual pilgrimage. In a post on X, Northern Command said, “Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, visited Pahalgam and Chandanwari to review the security situation and assess operational preparedness along the Southern Route ahead of the commencement of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026.” “Indian Army is committed to ensuring a safe pilgrimage for all devotees through seamless coordination with all stakeholders, vigilant security measures and comprehensive preparedness,” it said—(KNO) Up Next BJP engineering political splits to implement UCC, ‘one nation, one election,’ agendas: MP Ruhullah | KNO Don't Miss Rain, hailstorm lash J&K parts; MeT warns of flash floods, mudslides | KNO