'Amarnath yatra registrations down 10% after Pahalgam attack,' says LG Manoj Sinha
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha stated that the recent Pahalgam terror attack has led to a 10% drop in Amarnath Yatra registrations compared to last year. He assured that all necessary security arrangements are in place for the 38-day pilgrimage starting July 3.
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