A fresh batch of 964 pilgrims embarked on the Shri Amarnath Yatra early Tuesday morning, departing from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu. The pilgrims journeyed to the Baltal base camp under stringent security measures, commencing their trek at 3.05 a.m..
The Zonal Police Control Room, Jammu, confirmed that the 27th batch departed in a convoy comprising 39 vehicles. This included 21 buses, eight medium motor vehicles, and 10 light motor vehicles. The group consisted of 744 men, 177 women, one child, 32 sadhus, and 10 sadhvis.
As of this latest departure, the total number of pilgrims who have set out from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra has reached an impressive 1,41,712, according to official reports.
Simultaneously, the 25th down convoy carrying returning pilgrims left the Baltal base camp for Jammu on the same day. This return convoy transported 2,073 pilgrims, which included 1,552 men, 461 women, 11 children, 41 sadhus, and eight sadhvis.
The return convoy comprised 63 vehicles, consisting of 42 heavy motor vehicles, six medium motor vehicles, 14 light motor vehicles, and one truck. Officials confirmed that the annual pilgrimage continues smoothly, with well-coordinated multi-layer security arrangements in place to ensure the safety of all participants.
The upward and downward convoys are progressing according to schedule, reflecting the effective management of this revered pilgrimage. As thousands of devotees set out each day, the Amarnath Yatra remains a symbol of faith and dedication among the pilgrims.
