J&K LG Manoj Sinha felicitates stakeholders for successful Amarnath Yatra 2026
Srinagar, August 30, 2026 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha felicitated officers of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board, Civil Administration, Army, Central Armed Police Forces, Jammu and Kashmir Police, Border Roads Organisation, medical professionals, service providers, and other stakeholders for the successful conduct of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026. He said the pilgrimage was a celebration […]
Amarnath Yatra 2026 concludes as Chhari Mubarak reaches Holy Cave on Raksha Bandhan
Kashmir, August 29,2026-The 57-day Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra concluded on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, as the sacred Chhari Mubarak reached the Holy Cave shrine and final rituals were performed, marking the formal culmination of one of the largest annual pilgrimages in the country. A Successful and Peaceful Pilgrimage According to official figures, around 4.80 […]
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra witness historic footfall
Kashmir, August 6,2026-Jammu and Kashmir witnessed an unprecedented surge in spiritual tourism in 2026, with two of the country’s most revered pilgrimages recording remarkable participation. More than 50 lakh devotees visited the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, while over 4 lakh pilgrims successfully undertook the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, highlighting renewed faith, improved infrastructure, and […]
Amarnath Yatra resumes; 1,800 pilgrims leave Jammu for Baltal
Jammu, August 6,2026- The Amarnath Yatra resumed on Thursday after a one-day suspension, with around 1,800 pilgrims departing from Jammu for the Baltal base camp under tight security arrangements. The pilgrimage had been temporarily suspended due to adverse weather conditions and safety concerns. Following an improvement in the situation and clearance from the authorities, the annual […]
23rd batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra crosses Chanderkote on NH-44 under tight security in Ramban
Ramban, July 30,2026- The 23rd batch of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra successfully crossed Chanderkote in Ramban district on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) on Thursday, continuing its journey towards the revered Holy Cave Shrine amid comprehensive security arrangements and seamless logistical support. The convoy, consisting of pilgrims travelling in escorted vehicles, moved through the […]
Amarnath Yatra 2026: ‘Chhari Mubarak’ taken to Pahalgam for annual rituals ahead of Holy Cave pilgrimage
Shopian, July 29,2026- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta, on Tuesday chaired the monthly District Level NCORD (Narco Coordination Centre) meeting at the Mini Secretariat Shopian to review ongoing efforts against drug abuse, narcotics trafficking, and rehabilitation initiatives in the district. The meeting focused on strengthening coordinated action against the growing challenge of substance abuse […]
Amarnath Yatra boosts local economy as Baltal vendors welcome PM Modi’s appeal to buy Kashmir products
Baltal, July 29,2026- Local vendors at the Baltal base camp of the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra have expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for encouraging pilgrims to dedicate at least 10% of their spending towards locally made products from Kashmir. The initiative, aimed at promoting local handicrafts, Kashmiri products, small businesses, and traditional artisans, […]
Food safety department intensifies inspections at Shri Amarnath Yatra langars in Ramban, Banihal
Banihal, July 27,2026- To ensure the health and safety of pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, the Food Safety Department has intensified inspections at langar sites in Ramban and Banihal, conducting rigorous daily checks on food quality and hygiene standards. Teams of food safety officials are carrying out regular inspections at community kitchens serving […]
19th batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims passes through Ramban under tight security
Ramban, July 26,2026- The 19th batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra pilgrims safely crossed Chanderkote in Ramban district on Sunday under a comprehensive security arrangement as the annual pilgrimage continues smoothly. The convoy, escorted by security personnel, proceeded towards the Kashmir Valley amid multi-layered security measures put in place by the administration and security agencies to […]
Amarnath Yatra resumes after six-day suspension; over 6,000 pilgrims depart from Jammu base camp
Jammu, July 25,2026- The Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 resumed on Saturday after remaining suspended for six days due to adverse weather conditions and safety concerns along the pilgrimage routes. With improved weather and route clearance, a fresh batch of more than 6,000 pilgrims left the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu under tight security arrangements. […]