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Sanitation teams ensure clean Amarnath Yatra experience

Srinagar,June 19,2026- As preparations for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 gather momentum, dedicated sanitation teams have been deployed across both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes to maintain cleanliness and hygiene for thousands of pilgrims expected to undertake the annual pilgrimage.

Working tirelessly day and night, the sanitation staff are ensuring that yatra camps, transit points, public facilities, and trekking routes remain clean and environmentally sustainable. Their continuous efforts play a crucial role in providing pilgrims with a safe, hygienic, and pleasant atmosphere throughout the pilgrimage.

Officials said that maintaining sanitation standards is a key component of the overall yatra management plan. Special arrangements have been made for waste collection, disposal, and cleanliness drives along the pilgrimage routes to prevent littering and protect the fragile Himalayan ecosystem.

The sanitation teams are operating in coordination with various departments and agencies to ensure prompt cleaning services and effective waste management. Their round-the-clock dedication helps enhance the overall experience for devotees while supporting public health and environmental conservation objectives.

Authorities have also appealed to pilgrims to cooperate by using designated waste disposal facilities and maintaining cleanliness during their journey. Such collective efforts are expected to contribute significantly to the successful and eco-friendly conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra.

The deployment of sanitation workers reflects the administration’s commitment to ensuring that devotees can undertake the sacred pilgrimage in a clean, safe, and well-managed environment.

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