New Delhi: The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 commenced on Friday, with thousands of devotees beginning the 57-day pilgrimage to the holy cave shrine of Lord Shiva in Jammu and Kashmir. The yatra will continue until August 28, giving pilgrims nearly two months to undertake the sacred journey. The first batch of 4,822 pilgrims.
The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday appointed nodal officers to ensure smooth and coordinated conduct of the upcoming Shri Amarnath Yatra, government officials said.
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir government has deputed 63 officers on a short-term basis to the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) for deployment as camp directors and additional camp directors at various camps en route the cave shrine. A government order said that sanctions have been accorded to depute officers of the Jammu and.
All essential facilities, including health check-ups, security arrangements, accommodation, and transportation, are being enhanced to ensure the pilgrimage concludes smoothly.
The annual Amarnath Yatra will start this year on July 3 and will conclude after 57 days on August 28, coinciding with the Raksha Bandhan festival, Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha said on Sunday. The annual Amarnath Yatra will start this year on July 3 and will conclude after 57 days on August 28, coinciding with the Raksha Bandhan festival, Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha said on Sunday.
The Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board has doubled the accidental insurance cover to Rs 10 lakh for Amarnath Yatris and service providers. Pratham Pooja for Amarnath Yatra 2026 will be held on June 29.
