CRPF's Mountain Rescue Teams deployed along yatra routes for pilgrim safety

With the annual Amarnath Yatra set to begin on July 3, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has deployed specialized Mountain Rescue Teams (MRTs) along the pilgrimage routes.

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Around 30 personnel equipped with state-of-the-art rescue and safety gear have been stationed to respond to any emergencies during the yatra.

Officials said the MRTs have been specially trained and outfitted to operate in high-altitude, rugged terrain, ensuring quick response in case of natural calamities, medical emergencies, or accidents along the steep and often treacherous yatra tracks.

In addition to the CRPF, other key agencies including the Jammu and Kashmir Police, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and Border Security Force (BSF) have also deployed MRTs along both pilgrimage routes to ensure the safety and swift response during the Amarnath Yatra.