964 Amarnath Pilgrims Depart Jammu for Baltal Amid Tight Security

A fresh batch of 964 pilgrims commenced their journey for the Shri Amarnath Yatra from Jammu to the Baltal base camp at 3.05 a.m. on Tuesday, as part of the ongoing pilgrimage season. The group left the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in a convoy of 39 vehicles, showcasing strong security measures ensuring the safety of the pilgrims.

According to the Zonal Police Control Room in Jammu, the latest contingent consisted of 744 men, 177 women, one child, 32 sadhus, and 10 sadhvis, highlighting the diversity of the participants. This significant departure marks the 27th batch during the current Yatra.

With this batch’s departure, the total number of pilgrims who have set off from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp has now reached 1,41,712, as reported by officials overseeing the Yatra.

In addition, a separate convoy of returning pilgrims, numbered the 25th, also left the Baltal base camp for Jammu on the same morning. This returning group included 2,073 pilgrims, made up of 1,552 men, 461 women, 11 children, 41 sadhus, and eight sadhvis, traveling back after their pilgrimage.

The descending convoy utilized a total of 63 vehicles, comprising 42 heavy motor vehicles, six medium motor vehicles, 14 light motor vehicles, and one truck. Such comprehensive logistics facilitate the smooth operation of this annual pilgrimage.

Officials confirmed that the pilgrimage continues to progress efficiently, supported by multi-layer security arrangements. Both upward and downward convoys have adhered to their schedules, ensuring a safe and organized experience for all pilgrims involved.