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India.com
12 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
Amarnath Yatra 2025 Sees Massive Turnout: Over 3.21 Lakh Pilgrims Complete Darshan Amid Tight Security
Over 3.21 lakh devotees have undertaken the ongoing Amarnath Yatra in the last 19 days since it commenced on July 3, as another batch of 3,536 pilgrims left Jammu for Kashmir on Tuesday. Officials said, 'A fresh batch of 3,536 Yatris left Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu today in two escorted convoys for the Valley. The first convoy of 48 vehicles carrying 1,250 Yatris left at 3.33 a.m. for Baltal base camp, while the second convoy of 84 vehicles carrying 2,286 Yatris left at 4.06 a.m. for Pahalgam base camp." 'There is a huge rush of yatris as thousands of pilgrims daily report from different parts of the country at twin base camps to undertake the Yatra,' the officials said. Bhumi Pujan of 'Chhari Mubarak' (Lord Shiva's Holy) was performed at Pahalgam on July 10. The Chhari Mubarak was taken to Pahalgam by a group of seers led by the sole custodian of the Chhari Mubarak, Mahant Swami Deependra Giri, from its seat at the Dashnami Akhara Building in Srinagar to Pahalgam. In Pahalgam, the Chhari Mubarak was taken to the Gauri Shankar temple, where the Bhumi Pujan was held. The Chhari Mubarak was then taken back to its seat at the Dashnami Akhara building. It will start its final journey towards the cave shrine from Dashnami Akhara temple in Srinagar on August 4 and will reach the holy cave shrine on August 9, marking the official conclusion of the Yatra. Authorities have made extensive multi-tier security arrangements for this year's Amarnath Yatra, as this takes place after the cowardly attack of April 22 in which Pakistan-backed terrorists killed 26 civilians after segregating them based on faith in the Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam. Additional 180 companies of CAPFs have been brought in to augment the existing strength of the Army, BSF, CRPF, SSB and the local police. The Army has deployed over 8,000 special commandos to secure the passage of the pilgrims this year. Yatra started on July 3 and will end after 38 days on August 9, coinciding with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan. Yatris approach the holy cave shrine situated 3888 metres above sea level in the Kashmir Himalayas either from the traditional Pahalgam route or the shorter Baltal route. Those using the Pahalgam route pass through Chandanwari, Sheshnag and Panchtarni to reach the cave shrine, covering a distance of 46 km on foot. This trek takes a pilgrim four days to get to the cave shrine. And, those using the shorter Baltal route have to trek 14 km to reach the cave shrine and return to the base camp the same day after having darshan. No helicopter services are available to Yatris this year due to security reasons. The cave shrine houses an ice stalagmite structure that wanes and waxes with the phases of the moon. Devotees believe that the ice stalagmite structure symbolises the mythical powers of Lord Shiva.
NDTV
4 days ago
- NDTV
8 Amarnath Pilgrims Injured After Truck Hits Car In J&K's Udhampur: Police
Jammu: At least eight Amarnath Yatra pilgrims were injured on Friday when a car was hit by a truck in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district. "The accident occurred when a speeding truck broke through a barricade at Battal Ballian area of Udhampur and hit a car carrying Yatris to the Pahalgam base camp. CISF personnel were deployed at the barricade when the truck, after hitting the car, jumped the divider and crashed into the wall of a house. The car was part of the 16th batch of 7,908 pilgrims, who left Jammu for the twin base camps of Pahalgam and Baltal early this morning," officials said. The eight injured Yatris were shifted to the hospital, and their condition is stated to be stable. The other three occupants of the car sustained superficial injuries. "Police have registered a case, and further investigation is going on. The truck has been seized," police said. Earlier, on July 13, nine pilgrims sustained injuries after three buses collided with each other on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway near Khudwani crossing in Kulgam district. The accident occurred when the driver of one of the buses lost control and rammed into two other vehicles. Meanwhile, after a day's suspension from Jammu to the Valley, the Yatra was resumed on Friday. So far, over 2.52 lakh pilgrims have performed the Amarnath Yatra. Officials said the figure is likely to cross the 3.50 lakh number this year. The Yatra started on July 3 and will end formally on August 9 when the 'Chhari Mubarak (Lord Shiva's Mace)' will reach the cave shrine. The cave shrine situated 3888 metres above sea level in the Kashmir Himalayas houses an ice stalagmite structure that wanes and waxes with the phases of the moon. Devotees believe that the ice stalagmite structure symbolises the mythical powers of Lord Shiva. Pilgrims approach the holy cave shrine either from the traditional longer Pahalgam route in Anantnag district or through the shorter Baltal road in Ganderbal district. Due to security reasons, no helicopter services are available to the Yatris this year.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Climate
- Hans India
Indian Army rescues pilgrims stranded on Amarnath Yatra route in Kashmir due to landslide, heavy rain
Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to humanitarian assistance, the Indian Army on Wednesday evening came to the immediate rescue of hundreds of Amarnath Yatris stranded due to a landslide triggered by relentless rainfall in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir. At around 7.15 p.m., a major landslide occurred at Z Morh, situated between Rayalpathri and Brarimarg, leading to the abrupt suspension of the Yatra movement. The sudden disruption left hundreds of pilgrims stranded in challenging terrain amidst continued rainfall. In a swift and coordinated response, the Indian Army detachment stationed at Brarimarg was mobilised within minutes. Around 500 Yatris were safely accommodated in Army tents and provided with tea and potable water to ensure their comfort and safety through the night. Simultaneously, nearly 3,000 additional pilgrims took shelter in nearby langars set up between Brarimarg and Z Morh, which extended critical support in the form of shelter and hot meals. One particularly urgent situation involved a seriously ill pilgrim stranded between two landslide-prone points at Rayalpathri. Braving slippery slopes and adverse weather. Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) of the Army launched a manual stretcher evacuation. The patient was successfully rescued and brought to Rayalpathri, from where an ambulance transported him for advanced medical treatment. Senior officers, including the Camp Director at Brarimarg and the Indian Army's Company Commander, were present on the ground. They have confirmed that the situation is now stable and under control. Army personnel continue to maintain high alert as light rain persists in the region. These rescue and relief operation underscores the Indian Army's unflinching resolve and readiness to protect civilians in high-altitude and disaster-prone zones. As the Amarnath Yatra progresses amid unpredictable weather, the Army stands firm, offering not just security but life-saving support and compassion. Once again, the Indian Army has proven itself not just as a military force but as a pillar of strength for the nation, walking in step with every pilgrim through every challenge.
United News of India
5 days ago
- United News of India
Amarnath Yatra suspended for a day from Pahalgam and Baltal routes
Srinagar, July 17( UNI) Shri Amarnathji Yatra has been suspended for today from both the twin base camps of Pahalgam in Anantnag and Baltal in Ganderbal districts. An official spokesman said that heavy continuous rains over last two days have necessitated restoration work to be carried out on tracks along both the routes. Border Roads Organization (BRO) has made heavy deployment of its men and machinery on the tracks to complete the work before Yatris can be released from the two base camps tomorrow. 'Due to the continuous rains over last couple of days, urgent repair and maintenance works are required to be carried out on the tracks. Therefore, it has been decided that no movement shall be allowed towards the Holy Cave from the two base camps today. However, yatris who stayed at Panjtarni camp during the preceding night are being allowed to proceed down to Baltal under adequate deployment of BRO and Mountain Rescue Teams," the spokesman said. "The Yatra shall resume in all likelihood tomorrow, depending upon the weather conditions during the course of the day", the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri said. So far, over 2.47 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance at the Holy Cave Shrine since the yatra began on July 3. UNI MJR RKM
Hans India
10-07-2025
- Hans India
Amarnath Yatra: Over 1.28 lakh perform pilgrimage, fresh batch of 7,307 leaves for Kashmir
Srinagar: Over 1.28 lakh pilgrims performed the ongoing Amarnath Yatra during the last seven days as another batch of 7,307 pilgrims left for Kashmir from Jammu on Thursday. The batch of 7,307 Yatris left Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in two escorted convoys for the Valley. 'First escorted convoy of 137 vehicles carrying 3,081 Yatris left at 3.15 a.m. for Baltal base camp while the second escorted convoy of 147 vehicles carrying 4,226 Yatris left at 3.58 a.m. for Nunwan (Pahalgam) base camp,' officials said. Officials of Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), which manages the affairs of the annual pilgrimage, said that in addition to the number of Yatris coming to the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu, many Yatris are reporting directly at Baltal and Nunwan (Pahalgam) for on-spot registration to join the Yatra. The Meteorological (MeT) office has forecast rain in J&K during the next 12 hours with isolated intense showers/thunderstorms at some places during this period, especially in the Jammu division. Authorities have made unprecedented security arrangements for this year's Yatra, as this takes place after the cowardly attack of April 22 in which Pakistan-backed terrorists killed 26 civilians after segregating them on the basis of faith in Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam. An additional 180 companies of CAPFs have been brought in to augment the existing strength of the army, BSF, CRPF, SSB and the local police. All the transit camps en route to the two base camps and the entire route from Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu to the cave shrine are secured by the security forces. Locals have extended complete cooperation to this year's Amarnath Yatra as they have always done in the past. Locals from Srinagar city travelled 30 km to Nuner village on the Baltal-Srinagar road on July 6 to serve cold drinks and pure drinking water to Yatris returning after performing the Yatra. The acceptance of the hospitality extended by the locals was as spontaneous and genuine as the response the Yatris showed in accepting the hospitality with gratitude. This year, the Yatra started on July 3 and will end after 38 days on August 9, coinciding with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan festivals. Yatris approach the holy cave shrine situated 3888 metres above sea level in the Kashmir Himalayas either from the traditional Pahalgam route or the shorter Baltal route. Those using the Pahalgam route pass through Chandanwari, Sheshnag and Panchtarni to reach the cave shrine, covering a distance of 46 km on foot. This trek takes a pilgrim four days to reach the cave shrine. And, those using the shorter Baltal route trek 14 km to reach the cave shrine and return to the base camp the same day after performing the Yatra. No helicopter services are available to Yatris this year because of security reasons. The cave shrine houses an ice stalagmite structure that wanes and waxes with the phases of the moon. Devotees believe that the ice stalagmite structure symbolises the mythical powers of Lord Shiva.
