Registrations Begin for Amarnath Yatra 2025 in Jammu and Kashmir, Health Checkups Mandatory for Devotees
Registrations for the highly anticipated Amarnath Yatra 2025 officially began on Tuesday, drawing enthusiastic pilgrims from across the country. Visuals from registration centres showed long queues of devotees eagerly waiting to complete the necessary formalities to embark on the sacred journey to the Amarnath cave shrine in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Excitement Among Devotees
The excitement among the pilgrims was clearly visible. Rohit, one of the early registrants, shared his feelings, saying, “I am very excited… this is my second time going for the Amarnath Yatra. Devotees who have signed up for the yatra have to undergo health checkups.” These health checkups are part of the mandatory registration process to ensure that all participants are physically fit to undertake the demanding trek.
Another devotee, Sonia Mehra, expressed similar joy. “I am very excited for the Amarnath Yatra this year. This is my second time going for it… I hope I get to do this yatra every year,” she said.
Yatra Dates and Routes
The Amarnath Yatra 2025 is set to begin on July 3, and will conclude on August 9, coinciding with the festival of Raksha Bandhan. As in previous years, the pilgrimage will be conducted simultaneously through two traditional routes — the Pahalgam track in Anantnag district and the Baltal route in Ganderbal district.
Registration Process and Health Protocols
This year’s registration process includes mandatory health checkups for all devotees. The health certificates, issued by designated medical institutions across the country, are a prerequisite for completing the registration.
Additionally, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) cards and e-KYC verification are being implemented to track and manage the movement of pilgrims more efficiently and securely.
Enhanced Facilities for Pilgrims
During the 48th Board Meeting of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB), held on March 5 at Raj Bhawan and chaired by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, several new steps were proposed to improve the overall pilgrimage experience.
With a significant increase in the number of expected pilgrims this year, the board has decided to expand lodgement capacity in major locations like Jammu, Srinagar, Baltal, Nunwan, and Pantha Chowk. More Yatri Facilitation Centres are being set up at Katra and Nowgam Railway Stations for spot registration, RFID distribution, and other services.
Infrastructure and Safety Measures
Various line departments are working to ensure that roads, medical facilities, shelters, and sanitation are in place before the Yatra commences. The Lieutenant Governor directed all departments involved to complete their work in a time-bound manner and to maintain a high standard of services.
Adequate deployment of security personnel, medical teams, and rescue units along the route is also being planned, considering the difficult terrain and unpredictable weather in the region.
A Symbol of Faith and Devotion
The Amarnath Yatra, which involves trekking to the Amarnath Cave Temple located at an altitude of about 3,888 metres in the Himalayas, holds immense spiritual significance for Hindus. The naturally formed Shivling inside the cave is a symbol of Lord Shiva and attracts lakhs of devotees each year.
The administration is urging all pilgrims to register only through the official channels and to strictly follow health and safety guidelines for a peaceful and successful pilgrimage.
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