 Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 2: As part of enhanced security arrangements ahead of the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025, Nowabad Police has been conducting intensified checking operations across hotels, lodges, and vulnerable spots falling under its jurisdiction.
During one such surprise inspection, an alert police party conducted a checking operation at Hotel Grand Inn, Sant Market, Jewel, Jammu. During the operation, a person was found in possession of a sharp-edged weapon (toka) under suspicious circumstances.
The individual was immediately taken into custody and later identified as Gourav Dogra, son of Rashpal, a resident of Jambal Bhatyari, Dhansal, Jammu. Upon questioning, the individual could not provide any satisfactory reason for carrying the weapon in the hotel premises.
In this connection, a case FIR No. 88/2025 under Section 4/25 of the Arms Act has been registered at Police Station Nowabad, and further investigation has been initiated to ascertain the motive and any possible links to criminal activity.
This development comes amid ongoing measures by District Police Jammu to maintain strict vigil and ensure the peaceful and secure conduct of the annual yatra. Extensive checking, surveillance, and area domination exercises are underway across the city.
District Police Jammu remains committed to safeguarding the lives of pilgrims and citizens and appeals to the general public to remain vigilant and cooperate with the police in maintaining public order and security |
