Indian Army Deploys over 50 Anti-Drone Systems to Secure Amarnath Pilgrims - The Statesman
JAMMU AND KASHMIR, JUL 11 – Operation SHIVA 2025 includes 8,500 troops and advanced counter-drone systems to secure the Amarnath Yatra amid increased threats from Pakistan-backed proxy groups, officials said.
- The Indian Army launched Operation SHIVA 2025 in coordination with civil and police forces to ensure the secure conduct of the Amarnath Yatra amid heightened proxy threats.
- Following the Pahalgam terror attack and heightened threats from Pakistan-backed proxy elements, the Indian Army launched Operation SHIVA 2025 in coordination with civil and police authorities.
- The Indian Army deployed over 8,500 troops and installed a counter-UAS grid with more than 50 systems to ensure security during the Yatra.
- Operation SHIVA 2025 ensures a safe, seamless pilgrimage for lakhs of devotees, fostering trust through professionalism and empathy, supported by advanced technology and coordinated efforts.
- Beyond this year’s pilgrimage, the operation highlights India's strengthened security and community cooperation in Jammu and Kashmir to ensure regional stability.
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Amarnath Yatra: Army Launches Operation Shiva, 8,500 Troops Deployed
The Indian Army has launched Operation Shiva as part of a multi-tier security setup to secure the ongoing Amarnath Yatra deploying 8,500 troops and a counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) grid on the twin routes to the cave shrine.


Indian Army launches Operation SHIVA 2025 to ensure secure conduct of Amarnath Yatra

Amarnath Yatra: Indian Army launches Operation Shiva, 8,500 troops deployed
Jammu, Jul 11 (PTI) The Indian Army has launched Operation Shiva as part of a multi-tier security setup to secure the ongoing Amarnath Yatra deploying 8,500 troops and a counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) grid on the twin routes to the cave shrine, an official on Friday said. The 38-day pilgrimage to the 3,880-metre-high shrine commenced […]
Indian Army deploys over 50 anti-drone systems to secure Amarnath pilgrims - The Statesman
In a high-stakes mission to ensure safe and smooth conduct of the 38-day annual Amarnath Yatra, the Indian Army has deployed more than 50 counter-drone and electronic warfare systems to neutralise potential aerial threats.
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The Indian Army has launched Operation SHIVA 2025 in close coordination with the Civil Administration and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) to ensure the smooth and secure conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. This annual high-tempo operation aims to provide a robust security architecture along both the Northern and Southern Yatra routes, particularly in light of the heightened threat from Pakistan-backed proxies in the aftermath of Operation…
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