In what can be termed as big achievement of LG administration and J&K's government , the sacred 2025 Amarnath Yatra concluded today on a highly successful note, with more than 4.1 lakh devotees completing the pilgrimage spanning 37 days, marked by devotion, discipline, and seamless coordination.
A matter of huge satisfaction for the government remains that Pilgrims from across the country expressed deep gratitude for the flawless arrangements, safety measures, and warm hospitality they experienced during the journey to the holy cave.The pilgrimage began on July 3, 2025, and lasted 38 days, ending on August 9, 2025, coinciding with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan.
The holy mace, symbolising Lord Shiva, is carried by Mahant Deependra Giri, the custodian of the Chhari Mubarak. The journey of the mace started from the Amareshwar Temple in Srinagar on August 4, 2025, and reached the Amarnath cave on August 9 for the final rituals, marking the official end of the Yatra.
This year’s yatra stands as a testament to exceptional teamwork, with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, the Government of J&K, and the Kashmir Zone Police playing pivotal roles. Their efforts were reinforced by the CRPF (Kashmir Frontier, Valley Frontier, 3 Sector), Central Kashmir Range, Ganderbal Administration, Ganderbal Police, Indian Army’s 2 ASSAM Unit, Beacon Kashmir 122 RCC, and numerous other civil and security agencies.
Despite the unpredictable Himalayan weather, the pilgrimage was suspended for only two days due to heavy rainfall—an impressive feat considering the rugged terrain and scale of the event. The combined commitment of security forces, administrative teams, and volunteers ensured that yatris enjoyed not just spiritual fulfilment but also a safe, smooth, and comfortable experience.
With the blessings from the holy cave, the 2025 Amarnath Yatra will be remembered for its flawless management, deep devotion, and the spirit of service demonstrated by all stakeholders.With the annual Amarnath Yatra concluding this week and over 4 lakh pilgrims participating, it has provided a much-needed boost to the Valley’s struggling tourism industry, which is hopeful of a broader revival.
Following the terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which claimed 26 lives, the Valley’s tourism sector came to a virtual standstill, with hotels and guesthouses facing massive cancellations.The Amarnath Yatra, which began on July 3 amid heightened security measures following the Pahalgam attack, ended this week with official figures confirming that 4,00,000 pilgrims paid obeisance at the holy cave shrine of Amarnath in South Kashmir.
The successful completion of the Yatra has generated renewed optimism among stakeholders in the tourism industry. Farooq Ahmed Kathoo, a Srinagar-based tourism expert, said that the number of tourists has started to rise. “The pilgrimage was conducted successfully and the situation remained stable throughout the Yatra,” he said. “Now, we hope tourists from various parts of the country will begin visiting again and benefit from the warm hospitality of the people in Jammu and Kashmir, said a local tourist operator.
The locals nourishing hopes of rise in tourist footfall have cheered at the successful completion of annual holy pilgrimage of which a large section of community members became part during entire period by offering various services besides giving them warm welcome.
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