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Amarnath Yatra 2024: LG Sinha felicitates officers of administration, Army, J&K Police, CAPFs, Shrine Board & volunteers

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today felicitated the officers of Administration, Jammu Kashmir Police, Army, Air force, CAPFs, Emergency & Health Services, Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board and Volunteers who have been part of the 52- days long Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2024. At a felicitation ceremony held at Raj Bhawan Auditorium, the Lieutenant Governor expressed gratitude to…

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Baba Budha Amarnath Yatra Begins with 700 Pilgrims, Ensured by Tight Security Measures

On Wednesday night, the first group of 700 pilgrims for the Baba Budha Amarnath Yatra reached Poonch. This significant pilgrimage, dedicated to Lord Shiva at the Budha Amarnath Temple in Rajpura village, Loran valley, commenced on Wednesday and will conclude on Sawan Purnima, which coincides with Raksha Bandhan this month. Budha Amarnath is one of…

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Amarnath Yatra to Continue Exclusively via Baltal Route Due to Repairs on Pahalgam Track

Due to essential repair work on the south Kashmir Pahalgam route, authorities have announced that the Amarnath Yatra will exclusively proceed via the Baltal route until it concludes on August 19. Officials from the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) reported that recent rains have damaged the Pahalgam-Cave shrine path. As repair work is underway, pilgrims…

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Empowering Women on the Amarnath Yatra: HUDD’s Pink Toilets Ensure Safety, Hygiene, and Dignity for Pilgrims

The Amarnath Yatra is an annual pilgrimage that holds deep spiritual value for countless devotees who brave the demanding trek to the revered Amarnath Cave in Jammu and Kashmir. Navigating the tough terrain and high altitudes presents several challenges, particularly for women. However, a new initiative by the Housing and Urban Development Department (HUDD) is…

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Amarnath Yatra: Unprecedented Security Measures, including Electronic Surveillance and Access Control, have been put in place

Another batch of pilgrims left for their journey to the Amarnath Yatra from Pantha Chowk on Wednesday.The pilgrims set out for the holy shrine from the Pantha Chowk Srinagar base camp towards Baltal and Pahalgam Yatra base camp under heightened security measures. Madhu, a pilgrim from Haryana, said, “We have come here to take the…

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Another Group of Amarnath Yatra Pilgrims Sets Off from Panthachowk Srinagar Base Camp

Another batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims started their journey from the Panthachowk Srinagar base camp on Thursday under heightened security measures.The pilgrims are heading along the Baltal and Pahalgam routes. The annual yatra, which lasts for 45 days, is a major concern for the government amid the recent terrorist attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. The…

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Warm Welcome for First Batch of Amarnath Yatra Pilgrims in Srinagar

In a warm display of hospitality, the initial group of Shri Amarnathji Yatra pilgrims were welcomed by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, upon their arrival at Pantha Chowk in Srinagar on Friday. The first contingent of pilgrims partaking in the revered Amarnath Yatra received a hearty reception from local officials. Deputy Commissioner (DC)…

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Director General of Police Visits Amarnath Yatra Base Camps for Security Assessment

The Director General of Police, J&K R.R. Swain inspected Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra base camps at Baltal in Kashmir and Bhagwati Nagar in Jammu today. He also visited Chanderkot in Ramban to review preparations for the pilgrimage, receiving detailed briefings from officers on security measures.Accompanied by ADGP Security, J&K M.K. Sinha and ADGP L&O J&K…

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IGP’s Bold Security Overhaul for Amarnath Yatra 2024: Drones, CCTVs, and Unprecedented Measures Revealed!

The Inspector General of Police for the Kashmir Zone, Shri V.K Birdi, visited the Navyug Tunnel to Chandanwari today to inspect the security arrangements along the yatra route and at various camping sites. He also chaired a meeting with police and CAPF officers. The inspection aimed to ensure a safe and seamless pilgrimage for all…

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Labour Commissioner Oversees Registration Process for Amarnathji Yatra Service Providers

The Labour Commissioner of Jammu and Kashmir, Charandeep Singh, checked on the registration process for service providers for the Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2024. This included Ponywalas, Palkiwalas, and Dandiwalas, at a special mega camp set up by the Labour Department in Sonmarg. The Assistant Labour Commissioner of Ganderbal and other Labour Department officials were also…

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Preparations Underway for Annual Amarnath Yatra Starting : Inspector General Police VK Birdi

Kashmir Zone Inspector General of Police VK Birdi announced on Monday that initial preparations are underway for the upcoming annual Amarnath Yatra, set to commence on June 29.The Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) has confirmed that the 2024 Amarnath Yatra will begin on June 29, 2024, and conclude on August 19, 2024. “Preparations are currently…

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48-Hour Traffic Shutdown on NH-44 Announced for Repairs Ahead of Amarnath Yatra 2024

Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary, announced a 48-hour traffic shutdown on the Srinagar Jammu National Highway (NH-44) in the coming days to carry out essential repairs and maintenance between Nashri and Banihal. These repairs aim to ensure smooth traffic flow, particularly for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2024 and tourist season. Chaudhary made this…

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All arrangements well in place, Fully prepared for peaceful Yatra: Sandeep Gupta SSP Ganderbal

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ganderbal Sandeep Gupta Wednesday said that the local support is the bedrock of successful Amarnath yatra.Speaking exclusively to Kashmir News Service (KNS), he said due to support of locals of Kashmir valley the sessions of annual Amarnath Yatra have concluded peacefully. He said the hospitality of Kashmir is popular all…

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Officials Set Standardized Rates and Ensure Preparations for Smooth Shri AmarnathJi Yatra 2024

To facilitate the smooth progress of the Shri AmarnathJi Yatra (SANJY) 2024 via the Baltal route, Shyambir, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Ganderbal, convened a collaborative meeting today with relevant officers and representatives of various service providers. The primary agenda was to establish standardized rates for services offered at Sonamarg. The objective of this initiative…

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IGP Kashmir Leads Strategic Security Review for LS Polls-2024 and Amarnath Yatra

IGP Kashmir V.K. Birdi-IPS, joined by DIG CKR Rajiv Pandey-IPS and SSP Ganderbal Sandeep Gupta-IPS, convened a collaborative security review session at DPO Ganderbal, addressing both the ongoing GELS-2024 and the upcoming Amarnath Ji Yatra-24. The gathering included key figures such as Gh Hassan-JKPS from Hqr’s Ganderbal and Dy.SP PC Ganderbal Aftab Bukhari-JKPS, alongside other…

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