Amarnath Yatra 2024: How to register, routes, and do's & don'ts; All you need to know
Amarnath Yatra to the 3,880-meter-high cave shrine in south Kashmir commences on June 29 and concludes on August 19. The Jammu and Kashmir administration has implemented extensive measures to ensure a smooth and secure pilgrimage for the thousands of devotees expected this year.
Amarnath Yatra 2024: Pilgrimage Details and Routes
The Amarnath Shrine, located in a narrow gorge at the far end of the Lidder Valley, stands at an altitude of 3,888 meters, 46 kilometers from Pahalgam and 14 kilometers from Baltal. Pilgrims can choose between the traditional 48 km Nunwan-Pahalgam route and the shorter 14 km Baltal route. The Nunwan route typically takes four days to reach the cave shrine, while the Baltal route allows for same-day return.
Amarnath Yatra 2024: Security and Safety Measures
To secure the nearly 300 km long Jammu-Srinagar national highway and the routes to the base camps, hundreds of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) have been deployed. Additional CAPF teams are stationed along the Srinagar-Baltal and Qazigund-Pahalgam routes. All pilgrims are issued RFID cards for real-time location tracking, and a Rs 5 lakh insurance cover is provided for added security.
Amarnath Yatra 2024: Comprehensive Arrangements
The administration has set up extensive facilities, including registration centers, convoy movements, camping areas, medical services, upgraded tracks, and reliable power and water supplies. Mobile connectivity has been enhanced to ensure continuous communication. A total of 125 community kitchens (Langars),
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