Fresh Amarnath Yatra convoys suspended from Jammu to Baltal as precautionary security measure
Srinagar, August 5,2026- Authorities on Wednesday suspended the movement of fresh Shri Amarnath Yatra convoys from Jammu to Baltal, along with return convoys from Baltal to Jammu, as a precautionary security measure. Officials clarified that the decision was taken purely as a preventive step to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims undertaking the annual pilgrimage. […]
Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 surpasses 4-Lakh pilgrim mark, reflecting unwavering faith and seamless arrangements
Srinagar, July 27,2026- The Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 has achieved another significant milestone, with the annual pilgrimage crossing the 4-lakh pilgrim mark, underscoring the unwavering faith of devotees and the efficient arrangements made by the Jammu and Kashmir administration and the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB). Since the commencement of the Yatra on […]
Swachh Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra: Scientific waste management helps protect fragile Himalayan ecosystem
Srinagar, July 21,2026- The ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra continues to set an example of environmentally responsible pilgrimage, with a strong focus on scientific waste management, sanitation, and public participation to preserve the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. Authorities, sanitation teams, and volunteers are working round the clock to ensure that waste generated along the pilgrimage routes […]
CRPF personnel carry ailing Amarnath Yatra devotee to safety at Baltal
Baltal, July 20,2026- Demonstrating exceptional dedication and humanitarian service, personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) from the Mountain Rescue Team (MRT), Baltal Unit, came to the aid of a sick Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra devotee by carrying her on their backs across difficult terrain to ensure she received immediate medical treatment. The incident […]
Amarnath Yatra 2026: 16th batch of 4,640 pilgrims departs Jammu, total crosses 1.09 lakh
Jammu, July 17,2026- The 16th batch of 4,640 pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 departed from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu on Friday for the twin base camps of Baltal in Ganderbal district and Nunwan-Pahalgam in Anantnag district under tight security arrangements. The convoy, escorted by security personnel, left in the early […]
Fresh batch of over 5,300 Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra pilgrims departs from Jammu
Jammu, July 14,2026- A fresh batch of over 5,300 pilgrims on Tuesday departed from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, amid tight security arrangements and elaborate logistical support. The pilgrims left in a convoy of escorted vehicles for the twin base camps at Nunwan (Pahalgam route) in Anantnag […]
LG Manoj Sinha visits Baltal base hospital, Reviews Amarnath Yatra arrangements
Baltal, July 10,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday visited the Baltal Base Hospital in Sonamarg, where he interacted with pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 and reviewed the healthcare and other arrangements for the annual pilgrimage. During his visit, the Lieutenant Governor met devotees at the base hospital, enquired about their well-being, […]
70-year-old Mumbai devotee completes 40th Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, praises excellent arrangements
Pahalgam, July 10,2026- Demonstrating unwavering devotion and faith, Mintu Dass (70) from Mumbai has successfully undertaken the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra for the 40th time, describing this year’s pilgrimage as one of the most well-organised and comfortable in recent years. A regular pilgrim to the Holy Cave Shrine of Lord Shiva for four decades, Mintu […]
Jammu & Kashmir police ensures safe, comfortable and hassle-free Amarnath Yatra for pilgrims
Baltal, July 9,2026- The Jammu & Kashmir Police continues to play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of devotees undertaking the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, with dedicated personnel and specialized assistance teams deployed across the entire pilgrimage route. To enhance the pilgrimage experience, the police have stationed trained support teams known […]
Amarnath Yatra brings Livelihood to thousands of pony handlers as improved infrastructure boosts pilgrimage experience
Baltal, July 8,2026- The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra continues to serve as a major source of livelihood for thousands of pony handlers in Kashmir, providing seasonal employment while supporting the smooth movement of pilgrims along the challenging mountain routes to the holy cave shrine. With lakhs of devotees expected to undertake the pilgrimage this year, […]