REASI, Sep 12: Acting on the directions of senior officers, a police team from Police Post Banganga conducted checking on the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra Track in Katra to ensure strict compliance with the prescribed guidelines for pony handlers and to strengthen safety arrangements for pilgrims.
During the checking, two pony handlers were found operating without valid identification cards. Accordingly, police registered FIR No. 290/2026 under Section 223(a) BNS against Sushil Kumar, son of Shadi Ram, resident of Sarote, Tehsil Bhalwal, District Jammu, and FIR No. 291/2026 under Section 223(a) BNS against Shabroz Khan, son of Shamis Din, resident of Jamlan, Tehsil Mahore, District Reasi.
Reasi Police reiterated that strict checking and enforcement measures would continue along the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra Track to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims and maintain proper regulation of pony services. All pony handlers have been advised to strictly follow the prescribed guidelines and carry valid identification cards while operating on the Yatra Track.
Reasi Police reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a safe, secure and hassle-free pilgrimage for all devotees visiting the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine.