Archive · 3 Jul 2025
Amarnath Yatra Begins with Over 12,000 Pilgrims' Darshan
The Amarnath Yatra, a pilgrimage to a mountain shrine, has begun.
On the first day, over 12,000 people visited.
The journey, lasting 38 days, involves going to the Amarnath cave temple, where a naturally formed ice structure is worshipped.
Security is tight, especially after a recent incident in a base camp for the pilgrims.
The government is working to ensure a safe and hassle-free experience for all.
Over 12,000 pilgrims had darshan of the ice 'Shivling' on the first day.
The Amarnath Yatra is a 38-day pilgrimage.
The yatra takes place at the Amarnath cave temple in the Himalayas.
Security is heightened with a three-tier cover.
Authorities are vigilant, especially after an attack on tourists in Pahalgam.
- Who
- Over 12,000 pilgrims.
- What
- The annual Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage.
- When
- Thursday (first day)
- Where
- Amarnath cave shrine in the Himalayas.
- Why
- To participate in the pilgrimage and have darshan of the ice 'Shivling'.
Security Concerns
Government Oversight
Safety of Pilgrims
Security Concerns
Kashmiri terrorists have targeted the yatra in the past.
Government Oversight
The government has increased security measures.
- Event
- Amarnath Yatra
- Start Date
- Thursday
- Pilgrims (Day 1)
- 12,348
- Duration
- 38 days
- Location
- Amarnath cave temple
- Security
- Three-tier cover
Sources
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Amarnath: Over 12,000 pilgrims have darshan of naturally formed ice ‘Shivling’
