MHA sanctions largest-ever security deployment for Shri Amarnath Yatra 2026
Jammu, May 30 ,2026- In a major security boost for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Yatra 2026, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the deployment of 670 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) across Jammu and Kashmir to ensure the safe and smooth conduct of the annual pilgrimage. The deployment is being […]
Amarnath Yatra 2026 security preparation in full swing, over 670 CAPF companies to be deployed
Kashmir , May 28,2026- Ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra 2026, security preparations across Jammu and Kashmir have been intensified with the deployment of more than 670 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage for lakhs of devotees expected this year. Authorities have initiated multi-layered security arrangements along […]
CS Atal Dulloo chairs 15th SASB HLC on Yatra preparedness
Jammu, January 29,2026-The Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday reviewed the preparedness for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra during the 15th High-Level Committee (HLC) meeting of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), officials said. The meeting focused on assessing arrangements related to infrastructure, security, healthcare, logistics, power and water supply, and overall […]
Amarnath Yatra footfall approaches 4 Lakh
Srinagar, July 30, 2025:The ongoing Amarnath Yatra 2025 is on track to cross a significant milestone, with a total of 3,93,401 pilgrims having performed darshan at the holy Amarnath cave shrine as of Tuesday, according to official data released by the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board (SASB). The annual Hindu pilgrimage, which began in late June, […]
Another batch of pilgrims departs from Jammu for Shri Amarnath Yatra
JAMMU, JULY 29: Yet another group of devotees embarked on the sacred Shri Amarnath Yatra from the Yatri Niwas in Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu, amidst chants of “Bam Bam Bhole” and heightened spiritual enthusiasm. Escorted by security personnel and accompanied by administrative staff, the convoy of buses and vehicles left for the holy Amarnath Cave Shrine […]
26th batch of 1,635 pilgrims leaves Jammu for Holy Amarnath Yatra
Jammu, July 28 — Undeterred by challenging terrain and unpredictable weather, a fresh batch of 1,635 dedicated pilgrims embarked on the holy Amarnath Yatra from the Yatri Niwas base camp in Jammu early this morning. This is the 26th batch of yatris to undertake the spiritual journey to the Himalayan cave shrine of Baba Barfani. […]
BSF medical team becomes lifeline for pilgrims on the difficult Amarnath Yatra route
Jammu and Kashmir , July 24, 2025-On the treacherous paths leading to the sacred Amarnath Cave Shrine, the Border Security Force has emerged as a vital support system for pilgrims by providing round-the-clock medical assistance and emergency care. Deployed along the Baltal and Pahalgam routes, the BSF medical teams are playing a crucial role in […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025 crosses 3.21 lakh mark amid robust arrangements
Srinagar, July 21, 2025: The annual Amarnath Yatra has surpassed a significant milestone, with over 3.21 lakh pilgrims having visited the holy cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas since the pilgrimage began on July 3, 2025. On Monday alone, 17,016 devotees, including 12,757 men, 3,270 women, 150 children, 158 sadhus, 9 sadhvis, 3 transgender […]
Amarnath Yatra: Over 3,500 pilgrims depart Jammu base camp amid tight security
Jammu, July 22, 2025: Despite heavy rainfall, a fresh batch of 3,536 pilgrims embarked on the sacred Amarnath Yatra from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu, heading toward the revered Amarnath cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas. The pilgrimage, which began on July 3, 2025, continues to draw devotees to the 3,880-metre-high shrine […]
Batch of over 3,700 pilgrims departs Jammu for Amarnath shrine amid tight security
Jammu, July 21, 2025 – A fresh batch of 3,791 pilgrims embarked on their journey to the Amarnath cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Monday morning, officials reported. The 38-day pilgrimage, which began on July 3, 2025, has seen over 3 lakh devotees pay obeisance […]