Ganderbal, Sep 22: The 15th annual Gangbal yatra commenced here in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Friday.
SSP Ganderbal Nikhil Borkar and other civil and police officials were present on the occasion.
The group of pilgrims left from the Naranag temple for Annual Harmukh Gangbal yatra amid religious fervor and were accompanied by SDRF team, Police and other officials.
According to officials, the sacred puja would be performed on the banks of Gangbal lake on Saturday following which the pilgrims will return the next day.
The pilgrimage was organized under the banner of the Harmukh Ganga (Gangabal) Trust (HGGT) and All Parties Migrants’ Coordination Committee.
“We are very happy to be part of this yatra which is of great importance for Pandits,” a pilgrim said, adding “we are grateful to the LG administration and Ganderbal civil and police administration and locals for extending their co-operation and support facilitating this yatra.”
District Administration has made all arrangements including accommodation, food, medical and security arrangements for the pilgrims.
Among others, SDM Kangan, Javid Ahmad Rather, SDPO Kangan Muzaffar Jan, Tehsildar Kangan Haroon Rashid, SHO Kangan and other concerned were present on the occasion.
Deputy commissioner Ganderbal Shyambir Singh said that the administration has made all related and security arrangements for the yatra.
