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The Print
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
LG Sinha attends inaugural session of Budha Amarnath yatra in Jammu
Addressing the inaugural session, the Lt Governor extended his greetings and best wishes to the devotees, Baba Amarnath and Budha Amarnath Yatri Nyas, Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Bajrang Dal, and other stakeholders involved in the preparations and management of the yatra. The 10-day yatra to a Budha Amarnath temple in the border district of Poonch will be flagged off by the Lt Governor from Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Monday morning. Jammu, Jul 27 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday attended the inaugural session of the annual Budha Amarnath yatra here and welcomed the intending pilgrims. He welcomed the devotees from across the country to pay obeisance to Lord Shiva. 'The sacred pilgrimage to the Budha Amarnath Ji Temple at Poonch has great spiritual significance. Divisional Commissioner, Tourism Department, District and Police Administration, and all the stakeholder departments and organisations have made adequate arrangements for the safe, comfortable and hassle-free pilgrimage,' Sinha said. He said over 3.77 lakh devotees have so far paid their obeisance at the holy cave during the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra in South Kashmir Himalayas. 'I am proud that we are collectively discharging our responsibility,' he said. He said India gave the message of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – the world as one family. 'Our culture has always emphasised global welfare and peace. Now the time has come when the glorious legacy of our rich ancient traditions should be handed over to the new generation in Jammu and Kashmir,' he said. Sinha also paid homage to the 26 innocent civilians killed by Pakistan-Sponsored Terrorists in Pahalgam in April. 'Operation Sindoor still continues. Our police, security forces, and administration are working with determination to foil the efforts of the enemy,' Sinha said. Meanwhile, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Sunday visited Rajal Dak Banglow in his Nowshera constituency of Rajouri district, where he assessed the facilities being provided to the pilgrims of Shri Budha Amarnath Yatra. He interacted with the pilgrims and inspected the langar facility, besides other provisions made for them, including medical aid, drinking water and sanitation, an official spokesman said. The deputy chief minister conducted an extensive tour of the constituency to assess the status of development works, besides taking stock of people's grievances. PTI TAS HIG HIG This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
United News of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Buddha Amarnath yatra from tomorrow, J&K LG says admin, police, SFs committed to ensure safe, hassle-free pilgrimage
Jammu, July 27 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said that the sacred pilgrimage to Budha Amarnath Temple at Poonch has great spiritual significance and the administration along with police and security forces have made adequate arrangements for the safe, comfortable and hassle-free pilgrimage. Addressing the inaugural session of Shri Budha Amarnath Yatra here at Abhinav Theatre as the first batch of the holy pilgrimage will be flagged off tomorrow morning at 6 am from Yatri Niwas Bhagwati Nagar, Sinha extended greetings and best wishes to the devotees, Baba Amarnath and Budha Amarnath Yatri Nyas, Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Bajrang Dal, and other stakeholders involved in the preparations and management of the yatra. The Lieutenant Governor welcomed the devotees from across the country to pay obeisance to Lord Shiva. 'More than 3.77 lakh devotees have paid their obeisance at the holy cave during the ongoing Shri Amarnath Yatra. I am proud that we are collectively discharging our responsibility,' he said. The Lieutenant Governor observed that the gathering of devotees and saints for the spiritual journey serves as a reminder of our timeless wisdom, cultural heritage, and rich traditions, which have long guided the world toward peace, progress, and unity. 'India gave the message of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam- world as one family. Our culture has always emphasized global welfare and peace. Now the time has come when the glorious legacy of our rich ancient traditions should be handed over to the new generation in Jammu and Kashmir,' he said. The Lieutenant Governor also paid homage to the innocent civilians killed by Pakistan-Sponsored Terrorists in Pahalgam. 'Operation Sindoor still continues. Our police, security forces, administration are working with determination to foil the efforts of the enemy,' the Lieutenant Governor said. Yudhvir Sethi, Vikram Randhawa, Gharu Ram Bhagat- Members of Legislative Assembly; Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar; IGP Jammu, Bhim Sen Tuti, senior officials and prominent citizens from different walks of life were also present. UNI VBH GNK
News18
02-07-2025
- News18
Amarnath Yatra 2025: J-K LG Manoj Sinha Flags Off First Batch Of Pilgrims From Jammu
Last Updated: The 38-day pilgrimage to the 3,880-metre-high holy shrine will commence on July 3 from the Valley via the twin tracks. Amarnath Yatra 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday flagged off first batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims from the Yatri Niwas base camp in Bhagwati Nagar in Jammu amid the chants of ' Har Har Mahadev ' and ' Bam Bam Bhole '. 'Flagged off first batch of pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025 from Bhagwati Nagar Base Camp. Wishing all spiritual seekers a safe & comfortable journey to the holy abode of Lord Shiva and deeply soul-stirring experience. Prayed to Baba Amarnath for peace & blessings to all," the office of LG said in a post on X. Flagged off first batch of pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025 from Bhagwati Nagar Base Camp. Wishing all spiritual seekers a safe & comfortable journey to the holy abode of Lord Shiva and deeply soul-stirring experience. Prayed to Baba Amarnath for peace & blessings to all. — Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) July 2, 2025 The 38-day pilgrimage to the 3,880-metre-high holy shrine will commence on July 3 from the Valley via the twin tracks — the traditional 48-kilometre Nunwan-Pahalgam route in Anantnag district and the shorter (14 kilometres) but steeper Baltal route in Ganderbal district. The yatra will conclude on August 9. Before the flag-off, LG Sinha offered prayers at the Yatri Niwas base camp. The devotees will be ferried to the twin base camps of Pahalgam and Baltal amid heavy security escort, traffic restrictions and area domination along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway, the officials said. Devotees Undeterred By Security Concerns A devotee named Shalu, who is part of the first batch, said she was happy with the arrangements and felt completely safe. '…We are delighted… We waited for it for an entire year. The arrangements are excellent, from food to accommodation. There is nothing to be scared of. The security is perfect," Shalu told ANI. Another devotee, Akanksha, said, '…We planned to be a part of the first batch. We were not scared because we knew that the security would be adequate… The arrangements are very good; food, accommodation, sanitation, and all facilities are very good…" Suman Ghosh, also among the first pilgrims, said, '…We pray that everybody gets the Darshan in peace. There is nothing to fear. The Indian Army and other security forces are here." #WATCH | Jammu | A devotee, part of the first batch of Shri Amarnath Yatra, Suman Ghosh says, '… We pray that everybody gets the Darshan in peace. There is nothing to fear. The Indian Army and other security forces are here…" — ANI (@ANI) July 1, 2025 Intense Security The security agencies including the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and other agencies have launched full-scale surveillance and verification operations in a bid to thwart any potential threats along the pathway. Tight security is in place for the annual pilgrimage, which is taking place after two months of the Pahalgam attack when terrorists opened fire on tourists, killing 26 people. A total of 581 companies from various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) alongside personnel from the Jammu and Kashmir Police have been deployed for the Amarnath Yatra 2025. Jammu Police has also set up several checkpoints across the city in coordination with paramilitary forces as part of daily anti-sabotage inspections. These will remain active 24×7 along highways, city outskirts, and near the base camp. Advanced tools like Facial Recognition Systems (FRS) are also being deployed at crowded areas. Police are also conducting random checks at hotels, guesthouses, and lodgment centres, targeting suspicious movement. For the first time, jammers would be installed to protect the convoys from potential threats. The CRPF has also rolled out a robust multi-layered security plan along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) to ensure the safety and security of the pilgrims. Jammu-Srinagar Highway is one of the vital routes for thousands of pilgrims. The CRPF has intensified surveillance, deployed K-9 (dog) squads alongside its personnel along the vital Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, a key route used by thousands of pilgrims, and strengthened highway patrols, with a special focus on sensitive stretches, such as the Udhampur sector. In addition to these measures, a comprehensive deployment will include Road Opening Parties (ROPs) to secure and clear the routes, Quick Action Teams (QATs) for immediate response to threats, Bomb Disposal Squads (BDS) will detect and neutralise explosives, and K9 units (specially trained sniffer dogs) and drones will be used for aerial surveillance. Amarnath Yatra 2025 This year's Yatra has been trimmed to 38 days, a strategic move to lessen threat exposure while retaining the pilgrimage's essence. The Amarnath Yatra is an annual Hindu pilgrimage to the sacred Amarnath Cave Shrine, dedicated to Lord Shiva, located at an altitude of about 3,888 meters in the hills of Jammu and Kashmir. The cave houses a naturally formed ice Shivling, believed to represent Lord Shiva, and draws lakhs of devotees every year. The Yatra is typically held during the Shravan month (July to August) as per the Hindu calendar, under the supervision of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) and with coordinated support from security and civil administration. (With inputs from agencies) About the Author Shobhit Gupta Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from More Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Amarnath Yatra Location : Jammu, India, India First Published: July 02, 2025, 07:32 IST News india Amarnath Yatra 2025: J-K LG Manoj Sinha Flags Off First Batch Of Pilgrims From Jammu
