J-K: LG Manoj Sinha attends 'Pratham Puja' of Amarnath shrine virtually
- In Reports
- 01:08 PM, Jun 22, 2024
- Myind Staff
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha attended the 'Pratham Puja' of Amarnath virtually at Raj Bhawan in Srinagar, signalling the commencement of the annual Amarnath Yatra. During the video conference, he conveyed his commitment and endorsement for the pilgrimage, underscoring the significance of faith and unity.
Speaking to ANI about preparations ahead of the Yatra, LG Manoj Sinha confirmed that devotees from across the country can have darshan of 'Baba Amarnath' starting from June 29th. He assured that all necessary facilities have been arranged for the devotees.
Additionally, he highlighted that security arrangements have also been put in place to ensure the safety and well-being of the pilgrims.
Jammu's Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Anand Jain, stated on Friday that he is overseeing preparations to ensure a smooth and secure pilgrimage for devotees participating in the Amarnath Yatra. He mentioned that the police are actively reviewing the arrangements made for the yatra.
"We are reviewing the arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra. We will ensure the implementation of cut-off timings to facilitate smooth movement of the yatra to and from Jammu and Kashmir. Additional police and traffic personnel will be deployed on the roads undergoing construction," ADGP Jammu informed ANI.
On June 20, Anand Jain conducted a briefing session with police officers at the Conference Hall of ZPHQ Jammu to ensure a secure and smooth pilgrimage for devotees participating in the annual Amarnath Yatra. The briefing focused on measures to provide medical aid and necessary facilities to the pilgrims.
During the session, the ADGP underscored the importance of collaboration with health departments to establish medical camps and ensure access to emergency medical services along the yatra route. Strategies were also discussed to strengthen security arrangements, particularly at vulnerable points identified along the pilgrimage route.
According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has implemented substantial initiatives to enhance safety and comfort for the devotees participating in the Amarnath Yatra. Last year, over 4.5 lakh devotees undertook the pilgrimage to seek blessings at the holy Amarnath cave shrine.
The Shri Amarnath Yatra, a significant annual pilgrimage for Hindus, is scheduled to commence on June 29 and conclude on August 19 this year. The yatra involves a challenging trek to the Amarnath cave shrine located in the rugged terrain of Jammu and Kashmir, attracting hundreds of thousands of devotees annually, thereby necessitating stringent security measures.
Given recent terrorist incidents in Jammu and Kashmir, ensuring the safety and well-being of pilgrims remains a top priority for the government. The administration is deploying comprehensive security measures and logistical support to address the challenges posed by the terrain and potential security threats along the pilgrimage route.
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