Srinagar, Jul 11: Pilgrims undertaking the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra have expressed widespread satisfaction over the arrangements made by the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board and the Jammu and Kashmir administration, describing the pilgrimage as well-managed, safe, and spiritually fulfilling.
Many devotees appreciated the availability of accommodation, sanitation facilities, medical services, food, and security along the route, saying the administration had left no stone unturned to ensure a hassle-free experience.
“The arrangements have been excellent. From registration to darshan, everything was smooth and well-coordinated. We felt safe and well-cared for throughout the journey,” said a pilgrim from Maharashtra.
Another devotee from Uttar Pradesh praised the medical facilities, saying, “The medical camps and oxygen booths along the route are very helpful, especially for elderly pilgrims like us. The administration has done a commendable job.”
A pilgrim from Delhi said the behaviour of security personnel and volunteers was courteous and reassuring. “They guided us at every step. This is not just a pilgrimage; it is a well-managed spiritual experience,” he said.
Devotees also appreciated the cleanliness and sanitation arrangements at the base camps and along the track. “The toilets, drinking water facilities, and food arrangements were beyond our expectations. We are leaving with wonderful memories,” said a woman pilgrim from Gujarat.
According to official figures, a total of 17,537 pilgrims had returned to Domail after darshan up to 6:00 PM on July 11, reflecting the steady movement of yatris through the twin routes of Baltal and Pahalgam under elaborate security and logistical arrangements.
The returning pilgrims included 11,730 men, 5,410 women, 110 children, 95 sadhus, six sadhvis, five transgender devotees, and 181 security personnel.
Meanwhile, the 10th batch comprising over 9,100 pilgrims departed from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu amid stringent security arrangements. The convoy, escorted by security forces, proceeded towards the twin base camps of Baltal in Ganderbal and Nunwan in Pahalgam for onward journey to the shrine.
The administration, along with security agencies, health officials, disaster response teams, and volunteers, has put in place multi-layered arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the annual pilgrimage. Round-the-clock monitoring, traffic regulation, medical assistance, and emergency response systems remain operational along the Yatra route to facilitate the safe movement of devotees.
The cumulative number of devotees who have performed darshan at the holy Amarnath Cave Shrine has crossed the two lakh mark, reflecting the overwhelming response to this year’s pilgrimage. Authorities are maintaining close coordination to ensure a safe, secure, and hassle-free experience for all devotees.
