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ITBP deployed for winter season in Shri Badrinath Dham and Shri Kedarnath Dham

ITBP Deployed for Winter Security at Shri Badrinath and Shri Kedarnath Dhams

In view of security concerns, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel have been deployed at Shri Badrinath Dham and Shri Kedarnath Dham for the winter season. One platoon of ITBP has been stationed at each shrine. Additionally, personnel from the police force and the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) will oversee temple security during the winter months.

Background:

  • BKTC Chairman Ajendra Ajay had formally requested the deployment of ITBP personnel for temple security during the winter season.
  • Following this, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs approved the annual deployment of ITBP personnel after the closing of the temple portals.

The ITBP, police, and temple committee personnel will ensure the safety and protection of both revered shrines during the winter closure period.

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