Enhanced Security and Facilities for Amarnath Yatra 2023

The Amarnath Yatra is set to commence on June 29 with improved security and facilities. Jammu and Kashmir officials, including Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, emphasize heightened alertness and better infrastructure for a smooth pilgrimage. Last year, over 4.5 lakh pilgrims participated, and the administration aims for a safer journey this year.

With the highly anticipated Amarnath Yatra set to begin within a week, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced on Saturday that security measures have been undeniably tightened and facilities vastly improved to ensure the pilgrimage proceeds without incident.

Jammu Additional Director General of Police Anand Jain conducted a comprehensive review of the security along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway. He stressed the importance of utmost vigilance to thwart any terrorist attempts to disrupt the journey, according to officials on Saturday. Virtually attending the 'Pratham Puja' of the Amarnath Yatra from the Raj Bhavan in Srinagar, Sinha declared that 'Darshan' for pilgrims would commence on June 29. He also highlighted significant enhancements made by the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board and the J-K administration to improve the pilgrimage experience over the past two years.

The Lieutenant Governor emphasized community support, urging residents along the yatra path to uphold their tradition of assisting pilgrims, contributing to a peaceful and smooth pilgrimage. This year, the 52-day journey will follow two primary routes beginning June 29, with expectations of surpassing last year's participation of 4.5 lakh pilgrims. Additional security inspections and coordination efforts are actively underway to ensure both a comfortable and secure passage.

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