Katra, Nov. 17 -- A comprehensive review of the disaster management preparedness and security measures pertaining to the Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage was conducted today in a meeting presided by Sachin Kumar Vaishya, Chief Executive Officer, Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), at the Spiritual Growth Centre, Katra.

The meeting was attended by the Addl. CEO, SMVDSB; SSP Reasi; Jt. CEO, SMVDSB; SDMs Katra and Bhawan; SP Katra; Dy. Commandant, CRPF; Assistant CEOs; Tehsildar, SMVDSB; SDPOs Katra and Bhawan; ACF, SMVDSB; and representatives from the Fire and Emergency Services, NDRF and other allied agencies, according to a release.

The CEO underscored the importance of conducting mock drills at regular intervals to ensure that the Shr...