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Amarnath Yatra duration reduced to 38 days in 2025, security beefed up

This year's yatra will run from July 3 to August 9 with 581 CAPF units deployed, as authorities ramp up security after the Pahalgam attack and ahead of Eid-Ul-Adha

Army commander reviews security for Amarnath yatra; visits Chinar Corps

Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Northern Command, on Monday reviewed the security measures for the annual Amarnath Yatra that is scheduled to begin next month. The Army commander, Northern Command, also visited Chinar Corps and assessed the prevailing security situation in the valley and evaluated the operational preparedness of the Army. "Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, #ArmyCdrNC, visited Chinar Corps to evaluate operational readiness and assess the current security environment. The Army Commander was briefed on the prevailing security situation and operational preparedness of the formation," the Army's Northern Command said in a post on X. "Additionally, he reviewed security measures for the #AmarnathYatra to ensure its safe and seamless execution," the Northern Command said. The yatra is scheduled to begin July 3. It said the Army commander commended all ranks for their steadfast commitment, exceptional professionalism, and resilience in challenging ...

Amit Shah directs security forces to maintain vigil during Amarnath Yatra

The government will leave no stone unturned to provide all required facilities to the Amarnath pilgrims, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, as he directed security forces to maintain utmost vigilance and ensure seamless completion of the annual pilgrimage. Shah said this after chairing a high-level meeting here on Thursday night to review the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir and the arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra. Chaired a review meeting for the Amarnath Pilgrimage and evaluated the security arrangements and preparedness meant for the pilgrims. Instructed to maintain utmost vigilance and ensure seamless completion of the sacred journey," Shah wrote on X. The Central government and the Jammu and Kashmir administration will leave no stone unturned to provide the pilgrims with all necessary facilities, Shah said. The annual Amarnath pilgrimage will begin on July 3 and end on August 9. Shah arrived here on Thursday evening amid tight security, his first visit to the Unio

Will ensure safe, smooth Amarnath Yatra, Kheer Bhawani Mela: J&K CM

Will ensure safe, smooth Amarnath Yatra, Kheer Bhawani Mela: J&K CM

Authorities in Jammu review plan to enhance facilities for Amarnath Yatra

Authorities in Jammu have reviewed a development plan to enhance civic amenities for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, officials said on Tuesday. The review focused on improving infrastructure and sanitation to ensure a smooth experience for thousands of devotees expected to participate in the annual pilgrimage to the revered 3,880-metre-high Amarnath cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas, they said. The 38-day yatra is scheduled to commence on July 3 from the twin routes -- the traditional 48-km Pahalgam route in Anantnag district and the 14-km shorter but steeper Baltal route in Ganderbal district. The first batch of pilgrims will leave the Jammu base camp on July 2. Divisional Commissioner of Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, chaired a meeting to review the development plan for augmentation of civic amenities and renovation work for the yatra en route Jammu division, an official spokesperson said. He said the meeting, attended by senior officers of various departments here on Monday, discuss

Amarnath Yatra 2025: How to apply online or offline, check details

The registration for the Hindu pilgrimage to the sacred Amarnath Cave in Jammu and Kashmir is now open. Thousands of people participate in this spiritually important yatra every year

J&K officials chair meeting, review arrangements for Amarnath Yatra 2025

Discussions revolved around key focus areas, including improvements in health services, sanitation, flood protection measures, solar lighting, parking facilities, mobile connectivity, and transport

Amarnath yatra successful, record 512k pilgrims visited: HM Amit Shah

The pilgrimage to holy shrine of Amarnath was successfully completed and a record number of more than 5.12 lakh pilgrims visited it, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Wednesday. The pilgrimage to the Amarnath shrine, located at a height of 3,880 metres in the south Kashmir Himalayas, started on June 29 and ended on August 19. "The holy pilgrimage of Shri Amarnathji was successfully completed. This year, the holy pilgrimage lasted for 52 days, a record number of more than 5.12 lakh pilgrims visited Baba, which is the highest number in the last 12 years," Shah wrote on 'X' in Hindi. Congratulating all security personnel, Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, the Jammu and Kashmir administration and voluntary organisations for making the pilgrimage a success, the home minister said, "All of you have made a unique contribution in making the pilgrimage of the pilgrims safe and smooth. May Baba keep his blessings on everyone. Jai Baba Barfani!". The Amarnath pilgrims travel through two route

Amarnath Yatra suspended on Monday after heavy rains in Jammu and Kashmir

Due to heavy rain, the Amarnath Yatra in Jammu & Kashmir was suspended on the Baltal route. This year, over 5.10 lakh devotees have visited the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine to pay their respects

Another batch of pilgrims leaves for Amarnath Yatra from Srinagar base camp

The Yatra, which officially began on June 29 from the Baltal and Pahalgam base camps, is scheduled to conclude on August 19

Batch of pilgrims leave for Amarnath Yatra in J-K under tight security

The Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board organises the Amarnath Yatra, which is divided into two routes: one through Pahalgam and the other through Baltal

J-K: Fresh batch of pilgrims leaves for Amarnath Yatra amid tight security

A pilgrim, Hemanta, who completed his Amarnath yatra, appreciated the food arrangements made by the security forces for the yatris

Amarnath Yatra: Fresh batch of pilgrims leaves under high security

This year, the Amarnath Yatra is taking place amid a significant increase in the number of terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir

Amarnath Yatra: Fresh batch of pilgrims leaves under heightened security

The Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board organises the Amarnath Yatra, which is divided into two routes: one that goes through Pahalgam and the other that goes through Baltal

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Complete guide for hassle-free and smooth pilgrimage

Amarnath Yatra is one the most auspicious pilgrimage sites for Hindu devotees. The pilgrimage began on June 29 and will conclude on August 19, 2024

Amarnath Yatra: Rain lashes Baltal that serves as pilgrims' camping ground

Conducted by the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, the Amarnath Yatra has two routes through Pahalgam and via Baltal. Baltal serves as the camping ground for pilgrims

Another batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims departs from Srinagar base camp

This year, the Yatra is taking place in the shadow of recent terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir

Another batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims departs from Srinagar base camp

The annual yatra, which lasts for 45 days, is a major concern for the government amid the recent terrorist attacks in Jammu and Kashmir

Third batch of 6,600 pilgrims leaves Jammu base camp for Amarnath Yatra

A third batch of 6,619 pilgrims left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu in two separate convoys to join the annual Amarnath pilgrimage in the Kashmir Himalayas, officials said on Sunday. About 14,000 pilgrims paid obeisance at the holy cave shrine located at a height of 3,880 metres on the first day of the 52-day annual yatra, which commenced from the twin tracks of Pahalgam in Anantnag district and Baltal in Ganderbal district on Saturday, the officials said. The third batch, including 1,141 women, left in 319 vehicles between 3:50 am and 4:45 am amid tight security. It was raining in Jammu when the pilgrims left for Kashmir, the officials said, adding that 3,838 devotees opted for the Pahalgam route while 2,781 were heading for Baltal to perform the yatra. With this, a total of 13,103 pilgrims left the Jammu base camp for the Valley since June 28 when Lt Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch. The pilgrimage will conclude on August 19. More than 4.5 lakh pilgrims pa

Modi govt committed to ensuring safe, smooth Amarnath Yatra: Amit Shah

The Modi government is committed to ensuring a safe, smooth and pleasant pilgrimage to the cave shrine of Amarnath and is making all possible arrangements to ensure that devotees do not face any inconvenience, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday. The annual Amarnath Yatra began on Saturday as the first batch of pilgrims left the twin base camps in Baltal and Nunwan to start their journey to the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas. "Shri Amarnath Yatra is an eternal symbol of the traditionalism and continuity of Indian culture. This divine yatra is starting today. I wish all the devotees good luck for the darshan," Shah wrote on 'X' in Hindi. "Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, our government is committed to the safe, smooth and pleasant journey of the devotees and the government has made every possible arrangement to ensure that the devotees do not face any inconvenience. Har Har Mahadev," he added. The yatra started ear