In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha performed the ‘Pratham Puja’ at the holy cave shrine of Shri Amarnath Ji, marking the ceremonial start of the annual pilgrimage.
The annual Yatra will officially begin on July 3 and is scheduled to culminate on August 28.
After the special prayers, Mr Sinha said the Administration, Shri Amarnth Ji Shrine board, army, police, security forces, local community, service providers, and volunteers were working in complete synergy to ensure a safe, hassle-free, and memorable pilgrimage for the Yatris.
Sinha added that the authorities and the people of the UT were fully prepared to welcome the Yatris and significant facilities have been put in place for smooth conduct of the pilgrimage.
