"We are well prepared to handle any situation in Kashmir. We have sent 214 companies of central forces to control any situation which may arise on July 8 and during Amarnath yatra," Union Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi told reporters here.
A single company of central paramilitary force comprises 100 personnel.
These forces are in addition to the state police forces and those deployed for anti-militancy duties.
Four districts of Jammu and Kashmir-- Pulwama, Kulgam, Shopian and Anantnag -- have been on the boil since the killing of the Hizbul Mujahideen militant in an encounter with security forces on July 8, 2016.
Also Read
Seventy-six civilians and two police personnel were killed during the five-month unrest in the Valley following Wani's killing.
The state government has also announced 10-day holidays for all educational institutions from July 6.
The holidays coincide with a protest schedule issued by the United Jehad Council (UJC), an amalgam of militant organisations operating in the Valley.
The UJC had announced the protest programme on Monday in connection with what it called the first death anniversary of Wani.
The Centre has also announced additional security for the revered Amarnath yatra.
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content