Over the past 33 days, the Amarnath Yatra has witnessed the participation of more than 4.76 lakh pilgrims. The annual pilgrimage, which commenced on June 29, is being conducted smoothly under stringent security measures. The Yatra, set to conclude on August 19, coincides with the festivals of Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan, continues to be a significant religious event for devotees.
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- Over 4.76 lakh pilgrims have participated in the Amarnath Yatra in the last 33 days.
- The pilgrimage began on June 29 and will end on August 19, aligning with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan.
- More than 5000 pilgrims had ‘darshan’ on August 1, with fresh batches leaving Jammu for the Valley.
- A convoy of 15 vehicles carrying 349 yatris departed for the North Kashmir Baltal base camp.
- A second convoy of 33 vehicles with 946 yatris headed for the South Kashmir Nunwan (Pahalgam) base camp.
- The Lord Shiva’s Mace (Chhari Mubarak) will travel from Shri Amareshwar Dashnami Akhara temple in Srinagar to the holy cave shrine on August 14.
- Security arrangements, community kitchens, and transit camps have ensured a smooth and safe Yatra.
- Local helpers play a crucial role, providing ponies and porters to assist pilgrims on the difficult mountain routes.
- The cave shrine features an ice stalagmite structure, believed to represent Lord Shiva’s mythical powers.
- The shrine, located at an altitude of 3,888 meters, can be reached via the 48 km Pahalgam route or the 14 km Baltal route, with helicopter services available at both routes.
