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Religion
Amarnath Yatra Begins
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🗓 16 Jul 2026, 02:18 PM
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The Amarnath Yatra has commenced with 5,201 pilgrims leaving Jammu under tight security. The pilgrimage is a significant event in the Hindu calendar.
The Amarnath Yatra, a major Hindu pilgrimage, has begun with a batch of 5,201 pilgrims departing from Jammu. The pilgrims are headed to the Amarnath cave shrine, located in the Kashmir valley. The security arrangements for the yatra have been tightened to ensure the safety of the pilgrims. The yatra is expected to attract a large number of devotees from across the country.