A fresh batch of 5,200 Amarnath pilgrims left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Thursday under stringent security measures. Officials said the total number of pilgrims who have departed from Jammu for the annual pilgrimage has now reached the 100,000 mark.
Approximately 1,745 pilgrims were heading towards the shorter but steeper Baltal route, while 3,456 devotees left for the traditional longer route in Pahalgam.
After entering Ramban district via the Nashri Tunnel, the Baltal-bound pilgrims are scheduled to halt at Lambar Ground, Banihal, where breakfast and other basic facilities have been arranged. Meanwhile, pilgrims travelling towards the Pahalgam route will stop at the Chanderkoot Langar sites in Ramban for breakfast before continuing their onward journey to south Kashmir.
The administration has made all necessary arrangements, including health, medical, and convenience facilities, to ensure the smooth conduct of the Yatra.
Authorities expect a massive rush this year, with improved facilities and security arrangements. Amarnath Yatra this year has set a historic new record, crossing the 3 lakh mark in just 13 days.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch of the Yatra on July 2 from Jammu.
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