Jammu and Kashmir LG Performs Pratham Puja Marking Start of Amarnath Yatra
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha performed the annual 'Pratham Puja' at the Amarnath cave shrine on June 29, marking the ceremonial start of the 57-day Amarnath Yatra beginning July 3, 2026. He sought blessings for peace and well-being, inviting devotees to participate. Authorities, including the Shrine Board, security forces, and local communities, are coordinating efforts to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage via the Pahalgam and Baltal routes, concluding on August 28.