The Yatra began from Vaishya Bhavan and proceeded through key junctions of Karimnagar. It also featured cultural and artistic performances and highlighted the courage of the Indian Army in the context of the Pahalgam incident.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami handed over appointment letters to 112 newly selected transport constables and flagged off two promotional vehicles, an official statement said, with the aim of increasing public awareness of road safety on the Chardham Yatra route.
BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri participated in Tiranga Yatra organised in Delhi on Thursday to honour the Indian armed forces for their role in Operation Sindoor.
The Deputy Commissioner of Anantnag, A F Hamid, conducted an inspection of the Nunwan and Chandanwari base camps on Thursday to review the progress of ongoing developmental works and preparations for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025.
The governor said that the journey to Hemkund Sahib is a symbol of faith, devotion and belief. The difficult journey of about 18 kilometres to this pilgrimage located at an altitude of 15,000 ft is a test of every devotee's patience, courage and faith.
The portals of Hemkund Sahib, situated at a height of over 15,000 feet above sea level, will open on May 25. The shrine is visited by lakhs of devotees every summer.
In a sharp response to the people criticising Operation Sindoor, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami urged the people to offer respect and salute Army personnel while on their way to the Char Dham Yatra and Hemkund Sahib
IGP Kashmir V.K. Birdi chaired a meeting to review security preparations for Amarnath Yatra 2025, Muharram, and other events; stressed coordination, CCTV coverage, and intelligence-based planning.
In a positive development for the local economy and pilgrimage infrastructure, thousands of palanquin (palki) owners and pony owners have begun returning to their work at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, resuming their vital role in assisting pilgrims on their spiritual journey.
A total of 750 Yatris have emerged successful in the draw for selection for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, organized by Ministry of External Affairs, which will commence in June this year and continue till August.
The preparations for Hemkund Sahib Yatra by Chamoli District Administration and Shri Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara Trust are now in the final stages as the gates are to be opened for 'darshan' from May 25.