New insulated huts for CRPF in Banihal ahead of Amarnath Yatra

CRPF personnel in Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, are receiving new insulated huts to replace old tin sheds. These modern accommodations aim to improve living conditions and operational readiness ahead of the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra.

Specially designed insulated huts are being set up for Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel at Lambar Ground in the Banihal area of Ramban district. The new accommodation will replace the old tin sheds, providing better protection against the region's extreme and rapidly changing weather conditions. The modern huts are expected to improve the comfort and operational readiness of security personnel deployed for round-the-clock duties, particularly during the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra.

Upgraded Huts to Tackle Volatile Weather

The new insulated huts will enhance living conditions for CRPF personnel in Banihal. Similarly, accommodation is expected to be established at some more locations. Deputy Commandant Kasif Faheem emphasised that these PF huts with puffing walls are an upgrade from old tin huts, which used to be uncomfortable in the changing weather. "As you can see, the Banihal area is very volatile, and the weather gets down instantly. Previously, tin sheds were used, which became extremely hot in summer and cold in winter...Now, under the initiative of DG CRPF, new PF huts with puffing walls are being constructed. The aim is to ensure that CRPF personnel can perform their duties comfortably, regardless of the weather," he said.

He further highlighted that these huts are designed to maintain a comfortable temperature both inside and outside, featuring a mattress-like foam layer that insulates against external temperature fluctuations.

Enhanced Security for Amarnath Yatra

This development comes ahead of the Shri Amarnath Yatra, which is set to commence on July 3. Security forces have also established a multi-layered aerial surveillance and anti-drone security grid along the Amarnath Yatra route, deploying advanced technologies to ensure foolproof security for pilgrims undertaking the annual pilgrimage.

About the Annual Pilgrimage

The annual pilgrimage to the holy Amarnath cave shrine, situated at an altitude of around 3,880 metres in the Himalayas of south Kashmir, is one of the country's most significant religious pilgrimages. Devotees undertake the yatra to pay obeisance to the naturally formed ice Shivling, believed to symbolise Lord Shiva.

The 57-day pilgrimage this year will commence simultaneously from the traditional 48-km Nunwan-Pahalgam route in Anantnag district and the shorter but steeper 14-km Baltal route in Ganderbal district on July 3. The yatra will conclude on August 28, coinciding with the festival of Raksha Bandhan.

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