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‘Government stands with the kanwariyas’: CM Yogi assures security to pilgrims, urges discipline

‘Government stands with the kanwariyas’: CM Yogi assures security to pilgrims, urges discipline

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday urged kanwariyas to maintain discipline and uphold Lord Ram’s ‘maryada’ (dignity), Lord Krishna’s values and Lord Shiva’s simplicity, while warning against anti-social elements allegedly seeking to create disturbance. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath urged kanwariyas to maintain discipline, offered protection during Kanwar Yatra (PTI) Yogi Adityanath was in Shamli district for the inauguration and foundation-laying ceremony for 89 development projects worth over ₹581 crore. “Today, no one stops the Kanwar Yatra. It is progressing peacefully and with enthusiasm. The government stands with the kanwariyas, and the administration and security forces are serving them,” he said. Appealing to the Kanwar pilgrims to maintain discipline, he said, “We are descendants of Lord Ram, belong to the land of Lord Krishna and are devotees of Lord Shiva. We must uphold Ram’s ‘maryada’, Krishna’s values and Shiva’s simplicity. There should be no unruly behaviour over trivial issues.” Also Read I Yogi Adityanath meets Amit Shah in Delhi, calls it a courtesy visit Alleging that some people attempted to create disturbances …

Amarnath Yatra: 5,201 pilgrims leave Jammu under tight security

Amarnath Yatra: 5,201 pilgrims leave Jammu under tight security

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A fresh batch of 5,201 pilgrims departed from Jammu for the twin base camps of the annual Amarnath Yatra in Kashmir on Thursday under tight security arrangements, as the pilgrimage continued to witness a steady flow of devotees from across the country. Officials said that more than 3.25 lakh devotees have so far offered prayers at the 3,880-metre-high Amarnath cave shrine, one of Hinduism’s holiest pilgrimage sites dedicated to Lord Shiva. Latest batch includes sadhus, women and children The latest batch included 92 sadhus, nine sadhvis, 3,970 men, 1,124 women, five children and one transgender pilgrim. The devotees travelled in a convoy of 251 vehicles escorted by personnel from the CRPF and Jammu and Kashmir Police., with elaborate security measures in place along the route. According to officials, the convoy left in two phases. The first group, carrying 1,745 pilgrims to the Baital base camp in 74 vehicle, departed at 3 am. The second convoy, comprising 3,456 pilgrims heading to the Pahalgam base camp in 177 vehicles, departed for the Pahalgam base camp at 3.30 …

18 pilgrims injured after multi-vehicle collision in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban; all stable

18 pilgrims injured after multi-vehicle collision in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban; all stable

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Eighteen Amarnath pilgrims were injured in a road accident on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district on Monday, officials said.  According to IANS, the pilgrims sustained injuries in a multi-vehicle collision involving two SRTC buses, a car and a private bus in the Pahalgam-bound convoy at Langar Point, Chanderkote in Ramban. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

8,796 pilgrims depart Jammu in ninth batch

8,796 pilgrims depart Jammu in ninth batch

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A total of 8,796 pilgrims, including 33 foreigners, departed from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu for the annual Amarnath Yatra under multi-tier security. More than 1.73 lakh devotees have offered prayers at the holy cave shrine since the pilgrimage began on July 2. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Yamunotri NH damaged after Uttarakhand landslide, pilgrims stranded amid rain

Yamunotri NH damaged after Uttarakhand landslide, pilgrims stranded amid rain

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A 100-metre stretch of the Yamunotri National Highway near Syanachatti in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district was damaged after a landslide triggered by continuous rainfall, disrupting traffic movement along the route, officials said. The landslide occurred on Thursday, with debris affecting an area of nearly 1 km and completely blocking vehicular movement. Authorities said restoration efforts have been affected due to persistent rainfall and unstable conditions at the site. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Record 1.3 lakh pilgrims visit Amarnath shrine in 5 days in Kashmir

Record 1.3 lakh pilgrims visit Amarnath shrine in 5 days in Kashmir

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Pilgrims proceed towards the holy cave shrine of Amarnath during the ongoing ‘Amarnath Yatra’, in Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir, Tuesday, July 7, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI The ongoing Amarnath yatra in south Kashmir on Tuesday registered a record number of 1.13 lakh devotees visiting the cave shrine, at an altitude of nearly 3,888 metres, in the first five days of the 57-day annual pilgrimage. “So far, more than 1.13 lakh devotees have performed darshan at the holy cave. Our goal is to make this pilgrimage a truly memorable experience for everyone and they have access to the best possible amenities. Safety, security and hassle-free darshan of Baba Barfani must remain our top priority,” said Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who is also chairman of the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board. Officials said over 20,000 pilgrims paid obeisance at the shrine on Tuesday. This pushed the number of devotees visiting the shrine to 1.3 lakh, which is a record. The numbers are showing an upward trend a year after militants attacked tourists at Pahalgam, one of …

Over 85,000 pilgrims complete pilgrimage in four days

Over 85,000 pilgrims complete pilgrimage in four days

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Amarnath yatra 2026: Fourth batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims departs from Pahalgam’s Nunwan base camp Amarnath yatra 2026: Fourth batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims departs from Pahalgam’s Nunwan base camp Updated On: 06 July, 2026 09:45 AM IST | Pahalgam | ANI The fourth batch of pilgrims for the Amarnath Yatra 2026 departed from the Nunwan base camp in Pahalgam on Monday morning, continuing their journey towards the holy cave shrine of Shri Amarnath WhatsApp Twitter WhatsApp Bookmark Play Pilgrims walk past a metal cutout bearing the Lord Shiva’s image atop a poll as they proceed towards the holy cave shrine of Amarnath during the ongoing ‘Amarnath Yatra’, at Baltal area, in Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir. Image courtesy: PTI Pilgrims walk past a metal cutout bearing the Lord Shiva’s image atop a poll as they proceed towards the holy cave shrine of Amarnath during the ongoing ‘Amarnath Yatra’, at Baltal area, in Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir. Image courtesy: PTI Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented …

Amarnath Yatra 2026 begins today as thousands of pilgrims reach base camps

Amarnath Yatra 2026 begins today as thousands of pilgrims reach base camps

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The 57-day Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 began on Friday as over 4,800 pilgrims reached the Baltal and Nunwan base camps under security escort. Authorities have deployed extensive security, health, traffic and emergency support systems to ensure a safe pilgrimage Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

On-the-spot registration begins as pilgrims arrive at base ahead of July 3 start

On-the-spot registration begins as pilgrims arrive at base ahead of July 3 start

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The Amarnath Yatra 2026 will begin on July 3, with pilgrims arriving in Jammu for on-the-spot registration. The Shri Amarnath Shrine Board has strengthened security and logistical arrangements, while the 57-day pilgrimage will continue until August 28 via the Pahalgam and Baltal routes Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Central Railway to run 54 special train trips for Ashadhi Wari 2026 pilgrims

Central Railway to run 54 special train trips for Ashadhi Wari 2026 pilgrims

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To facilitate the travel of lakhs of devotees expected to attend Ashadhi Wari 2026 in Pandharpur, the Solapur Division of Central Railway has announced 54 special train trips connecting the pilgrimage town with various parts of Maharashtra. Ashadhi Ekadashi, one of Maharashtra’s most significant religious occasions, will be observed on July 25. Every year, lakhs of Warkaris converge on Pandharpur to offer prayers at the Vitthal-Rukmini temple. In a press release issued on Thursday, Central Railway said it will operate a mix of reserved and unreserved special trains from Nagpur, New Amravati, Khamgaon, Bhusaval, Latur, Kolhapur, Pune, and Miraj to cater to the increased passenger demand during the annual pilgrimage. Reserved special trains Nagpur-Miraj Ashadhi Specials (Four trips) Train No 01205 will depart Nagpur at 8.50 am on July 23 and July 24 and arrive at Miraj at 11.55 am the following day. The train will arrive at Pandharpur at 8 am and depart at 8.25 am. Train No 01206 will leave Miraj at 12.55 pm on July 24 and July 25 and reach Nagpur …