Directs officials to ensure proper registration and seamless assistance for pilgrims
“Safety, security and hassle-free darshan remain top priority”, Says LG
“Coordinated efforts must to make 2026 Yatra a benchmark for spiritual tourism
“Pilgrims should support local products, experience J&K’s culture & hospitality
Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the arrangements for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 and directed senior officials to ensure seamless registration, effective ground-level assistance and hassle-free darshan for all pilgrims.
The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary, Power Development Department, Ashwani Kumar, Principal Secretary, Home Department, Chandraker Bharti, Principal Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor and CEO, Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, Dr Mandeep K. Bhandari, besides other senior officers.
Officials informed the meeting that more than 1.13 lakh devotees have so far paid obeisance at the holy cave shrine.
The Lieutenant Governor instructed senior officers to ensure that every devotee is properly registered and receives adequate assistance throughout the pilgrimage.
“Our goal is to make this pilgrimage a truly memorable experience by providing devotees with the best possible amenities. Safety, security and hassle-free darshan of Baba Barfani must remain our top priority,” Sinha said.
Describing the annual pilgrimage as a symbol of India’s spiritual and civilisational heritage, the Lieutenant Governor said the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra reflects the country’s enduring traditions and serves as an important expression of national identity.
“Ensuring the smooth, safe and successful conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra is our collective responsibility and commitment,” he said.
Sinha urged all departments and stakeholders to work in close coordination to make this year’s Yatra a landmark event and set new standards for spiritual tourism across the country.
“Such a collective effort can create a model that inspires similar pilgrimages nationwide,” he added.
The Lieutenant Governor also appealed to devotees to experience not only the spiritual significance of the pilgrimage but also the warmth of Jammu and Kashmir’s hospitality and its rich cultural heritage.
He encouraged pilgrims to support local artisans and businesses by purchasing locally made products.
“By supporting and promoting local products, we can ensure that the pilgrimage becomes not only a profound spiritual experience but also a meaningful celebration of the local economy, culture and heritage,” he said.
During the meeting, Sinha also reviewed the functioning of the 24×7 Control Room established by the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board at Lok Bhavan to monitor the smooth conduct of the pilgrimage.
He took stock of arrangements along both Yatra routes, including security deployment, functioning of langars, queue management systems at various transit points and the Holy Cave, besides reviewing overall facilities being provided to the pilgrims.
