Amarnath Yatra 2026: Nearly 10,000 pilgrims head towards Holy Cave Shrine from Jammu base camp on Day 7
Ramban, July 8
The seventh day of the Amarnath Yatra-2026 witnessed a significant surge in pilgrim turnout, with nearly 10,000 devotees bound for the Baltal and Pahalgam routes departing from the Bhagwati Nagar Base Camp in Jammu.
Pilgrims travelling via the Pahalgam route halted at the Chanderkote Langar for a brief refreshment break before resuming their journey towards the Holy Cave Shrine. Elaborate arrangements have been made to ensure the comfort, safety and convenience of the devotees throughout the pilgrimage.
Security forces remained on high alert along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, while effective traffic management and multi-layered security arrangements ensured the smooth and uninterrupted movement of the Yatra convoy.
The pilgrims expressed deep devotion and enthusiasm as they proceeded for the darshan of Baba Barfani. Many appreciated the government and the district administration for the well-coordinated arrangements, warm hospitality, foolproof security, medical assistance and other essential services being provided during the Yatra.
The administration has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a safe, secure and seamless pilgrimage experience for all devotees undertaking the sacred Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026.
Meanwhile, the pilgrims, arriving from different parts of the country, have expressed high satisfaction with the security and healthcare facilities.
Jitender Bohra, a pilgrim from Delhi, said, "The facilities here are very good. The CRPF is supporting us and helping us a lot. We have no problems with security, and the health facilities are excellent. The administration and the army are doing a great job for the pilgrims."
Anil, a devotee from Uttar Pradesh on his fourth pilgrimage, echoed these sentiments, saying, "This is my fourth time on the Amarnath Yatra. Every time I come, I find excellent facilities provided by the Army, BSF, and CRPF. The medical services and food arrangements are very good."
On July 3, the 57-day pilgrimage commenced and is scheduled to conclude on August 28, coinciding with the festival of Raksha Bandhan.
— ANI
Reader Comments
I appreciate the government's efforts in managing this yatra so smoothly. The multi-layered security along the Jammu-Srinagar highway is crucial. Having been there myself a few years ago, I know how challenging these routes can be. Kudos to the CRPF and administration for their dedication. 🙏
Security is top priority, and it shows. But I wish they'd focus more on the langar food quality—some pilgrims were complaining about basic hygiene near Pahalgam. Small things matter when you're walking for hours. Still, overall good job by the administration.
As someone who follows Indian news from abroad, this yatra is a testament to India's administrative capabilities. 10,000 pilgrims in a single day is no joke—logistics, security, healthcare all running smoothly. Impressive coordination between various agencies. 👏
It's heartening to see such devotion and the administrative support. My parents went last year and they couldn't stop praising the medical assistance at high altitudes. This time's arrangements seem even better. Safe journey to all pilgrims! ❤️
Every year the same story—government pats itself on the back, but what about the environmental impact? Thousands of pilgrims leaving waste on the glaciers, disturbing the fragile ecosystem. We need to balance faith with sustainability. Just saying what many are thinking.
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