POONCH: The first Group of 1500 pilgrims embarking on the Baba Budha Amarnath Yatra has reached the town of Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir. The local Hindu, Sikh, and Muslim communities extended a warm reception to these pilgrims hailing from diverse corners of the nation.
Suryia Narain, leader of the leading group and Vice President of the All India Bajrang Dal, received a special acknowledgment from Bajrang Dal members. Furthermore, Bajrang Dal members in Poonch honored key figures such as the District Development Commissioner, Senior Superintendent of Police, and the Commandant of the CRPF 38th Battalion.
Tomorrow morning, the first batch will embark on the Baba Budha Amarnath Mandi Yatra within Poonch district, a spiritual journey of approximately 30 kilometers from Poonch city to the revered holy shrine. The entire Budha Amarnath Yatra is scheduled to span the course of the following 11 days.
Commencing its sacred odyssey from Jammu on a Friday morning, the inaugural group of pilgrims destined for the Budha Amarnath temple in Poonch began its spiritual expedition. Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Jammu, Mukesh Singh, assured the pilgrims of comprehensive security arrangements for the Yatra and conveyed his best wishes for their journey.
As August 31 draws near, the administrative apparatus in North Kashmir's Bandipora district is meticulously orchestrating preparations for the impending 'Chota Amarnath Yatra.' Nestled within the picturesque expanse of Arin Valley's lush forests, atop a Himalayan peak, stands the revered Maha Daneshwar temple, affectionately known as 'Chhota Amarnath.' Within its sanctum lies a celestial secret – an ice lingam, a natural formation nurtured by trickling water droplets.
The Yatra follows a 15-kilometer route through the serene Arin-Dardpora region, winding its way via Shampthan before culminating at the revered Chota Amarnath Cave. The local populace is fervently supporting this spiritual endeavor, advocating for improved infrastructure along the pilgrimage path.
As the countdown to the 'Chota Amarnath Yatra' approaches its zenith, the landscape resonates with prayers and arrangements. It's a convergence of unswerving devotion, communal concord, and a shared commitment to ensuring each pilgrim's journey is enriched with spirituality and utmost safety.
