Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Security Tightened for Tourists in J-K’s Bhaderwah
Lots of people are visiting Bhaderwah in Jammu and Kashmir to see the snow and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
The police and other security forces are there to keep everyone safe.
They are stationed at popular spots like Chattargalla and Guldanda.
The tourists are happy because they feel safe and the local people are very friendly.
There is even a plan to build a cable car to a high meadow called Seoj Dhar.
Soon, there will be a winter festival to celebrate the season and attract more visitors.
Security has been strengthened in Bhaderwah, Jammu and Kashmir, due to a surge in tourists visiting snow-bound destinations.
Over 19,000 tourists have visited in the last 15 days, with security personnel deployed at high-altitude meadows like Chattargalla and Guldanda.
Tourists appreciate the round-the-clock security and hospitality extended by local vendors and residents.
A multi-crore cable car project from Mathola to Seoj Dhar is planned, with bids for the detailed project report expected by the end of January.
A two-day winter festival is scheduled for January 17 and 19 to promote winter tourism and boost local economic activities.
- Who
- Tourists and security personnel in Bhaderwah, Jammu and Kashmir
- What
- Enhanced security measures and increased tourism in snow-bound destinations
- When
- Over the past fortnight, with a festival planned for January 17 and 19
- Where
- Bhaderwah, Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- To ensure the safety of tourists amid a surge in visitors and harsh weather conditions
- Location
- Bhaderwah, Doda, Jammu and Kashmir
- Tourist Count
- 19,000 in last 15 days
- Security Forces
- Jammu and Kashmir Police’s Special Operations Group (SOG) and paramilitary forces
- Key Tourist Spots
- Chattargalla, Panj Nallah, Guldanda
- Upcoming Event
- Two-day winter festival on January 17 and 19
- Cable Car Project
- Proposed from Mathola to Seoj Dhar
- Temperature
- Several degrees below freezing at night