Srinagar, June 28: Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch of devotees embarking on the sacred pilgrimage to the holy cave of Shri Amarnath Ji today.
Sinha extended his heartfelt wishes, saying, “My best wishes to all the pilgrims for a safe, blessed, and spiritually enriching journey. May the blessings of Baba Amarnath Ji bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to everyone’s life.”
The annual pilgrimage, a significant event for Hindu devotees, marks the journey to the holy Amarnath cave, believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva. Thousands of pilgrims from across the country participate in this yatra every year, braving challenging terrain and weather conditions to seek the deity’s blessings.
Security arrangements and medical facilities have been robustly put in place to ensure the safety and well-being of the pilgrims throughout their journey.
As the first group of pilgrims set forth with LG Manoj Sinha’s blessings, the atmosphere was filled with an air of devotion and excitement, signaling the start of another auspicious Amarnath Yatra.

