Security measures have been escalated in Akhnoor, Jammu district in view of the 5th anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370. On August 5, 2019, Article 370 was abrogated, taking Jammu and Kashmir's special status and statehood and splitting it into two Union Territories. Jammu and Kashmir Police has increased patrolling in the Akhnoor LoC area by setting up checkposts at various places. The vehicles and documents are also being thoroughly checked.

Along with the Jammu and Kashmir Police, other security agencies are also in alert mode. From city to village, strict surveillance is being done so that any kind of infiltration or other incidents from Pakistan can be prevented. "Looking at the terrorist activity, we are always alert, be it August 5 or August 15. We cannot say everything regarding our security preparations to the camera; we want to assure everybody that we are not leaving any stone unturned when it comes to security," SP South Jammu, Ajay Sharma told ANI.