Parliamentary panel recommends ‘integrated security and surveillance framework’ for tourist spots in Jammu and Kashmir
The recommendations came in the backdrop of the terror attack on tourists on April 22 last year in the scenic Baisaran valley of Pahalgam, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed by terrorists
A Parliamentary committee in India has suggested establishing an integrated security and surveillance framework for prominent tourist locations in Jammu and Kashmir. The committee's report on Administrative Governance, Socio-Economic Development, and Border Security in the union territory emphasizes the need for centralized monitoring systems and standardized operating procedures before peak tourist seasons.
Last year, 26 tourists were killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran valley, which prompted the recommendation for improved security measures.
The committee toured Jammu, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, and Kargil, assessing security arrangements and interacting with local police and military representatives. They recommended dedicated emergency response units, trauma-care facilities, and evacuation routes, as well as multilingual safety information at key tourist spots. Furthermore, the panel appreciated the Ladakh region's adoption of advanced security technologies and recommended sustained investment in intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities.
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