SRINAGAR, July 25, 2026 : Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday chaired a high-level review meeting with Camp Directors and senior officials to assess the ongoing repair and restoration work along the Shri Amarnathji Yatra tracks following recent heavy rainfall that affected parts of the pilgrimage route.
During the meeting, the Lieutenant Governor reviewed the extent of damage caused to the Yatra tracks, safety railings, and other critical infrastructure. He directed the executing agencies to expedite restoration work, with special emphasis on vulnerable stretches susceptible to mudslides and shooting stones, ensuring that the pilgrimage continues safely and smoothly.
Prioritising the safety and well-being of pilgrims, LG Sinha instructed officials to deploy additional Mountain Rescue Teams (MRTs) at sensitive locations and ensure that real-time weather updates are proactively shared with Yatris to help them plan their journey safely.
The Lieutenant Governor also stressed the need to maintain uninterrupted essential services along the pilgrimage route, directing officials to ensure the continuous availability of electricity, drinking water, communication facilities, and healthcare services for devotees.
The review meeting witnessed the participation of senior officials from the civil administration, Police, Army, security forces, Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), Border Roads Organisation (BRO), Health Department, Meteorological Department, and other line departments. Among those present were Anshul Garg, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir; Rahul Singh, Additional CEO, Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board; Amod Nagpure Ashok, SSP Anantnag; Dr. G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy, SSP Srinagar; Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, Deputy Commissioner Anantnag; Akshay Labroo, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar; Jatin Kishore, Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal; Sudhanshu Dhama, SSP Ganderbal; Camp Directors, and other senior officers.
The administration reiterated its commitment to ensuring a safe, secure, and hassle-free pilgrimage by accelerating restoration work and strengthening emergency preparedness across the Yatra routes in view of the prevailing weather conditions.
