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Lt Governor Manoj Sinha launched a fleet of ambulances for emergency services along the Jammu-Srinagar highway. He also inaugurated a new Yatri Niwas facility in Srinagar to accommodate 1300 Amarnath pilgrims. The annual pilgrimage begins July 3 with upgraded medical facilities at base camps. Security measures include transit camps and restricted helicopter services for devotees.

Key Points: J&K L-G Sinha Flags Off Ambulances for Ramban Anantnag Hospitals

  • Sinha flags off ambulances for Ramban & Anantnag hospitals
  • Inaugurates 1300-capacity Yatri Niwas for Amarnath pilgrims
  • Two fully equipped hospitals set up at Baltal & Pahalgam
  • 36-day Amarnath Yatra begins July 3 with enhanced safety measures
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J&K L-G flags off fleet of ambulances for hospitals in Ramban, Anantnag

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha launches NHAI-donated ambulances for emergency services on Jammu-Srinagar highway and inaugurates Yatri Niwas for Amarnath pilgrims.

"This Yatri Niwas symbolises our dedication to provide better facilities for devotees of Baba Barfani – Manoj Sinha"

Srinagar, July 1

Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday flagged off a fleet of ambulances for hospitals in Ramban and Anantnag districts to attend to emergencies on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway.

“Flagged off fleet of ambulances for hospitals in Ramban & Anantnag districts, donated by NHAI through Quazigund Expressway Pvt. Ltd. under CSR initiative. Asked DC Ramban to explore the possibilities for Hospital on Wheels for the remote areas of the district,” the L-G posted on his X handle..

The Lt. Governor on Monday inaugurated a new Yatri Niwas for the pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Yatra in Srinagar.

“Delighted to inaugurate SASB’s Yatri Niwas at Pantha Chowk, Srinagar today. This Yatri Niwas is symbol of our dedication & commitment to provide better facilities for devotees of Baba Barfani and make their pilgrimage more comfortable and safe,” he said on the inauguration.

He said further on X, “The Yatri Niwas has been built through donation and it will accommodate 1300 pilgrims. The construction of second phase of Yatri Niwas will begin soon. It symbolises devotion to selfless service. Let us pray to Baba Amarnath to bless our land with peace, happiness and prosperity”.

The L-G also heads the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) that organises the annual Yatra to the holy cave shrine situated 3888 metres above sea level in the Kashmir Himalayas.

This year’s Yatra will start on July 3 and end after 36 days on August 9, coinciding with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan festivals.

Yatris have already arrived in Jammu city from different parts of the country. The SASB has made arrangements for lodging and boarding of the Yatris at the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas on Canal Road in Jammu city.

Yatris use either the longer traditional Pahalgam route or the shorter Baltal route to reach the cave shrine that houses an ice stalagmite structure that wanes and waxes with the phases of the moon. Devotees believe that the ice stalagmite structure symbolises the mythical powers of Lord Shiva.

The authorities have set up two base camps at Baltal and at Nunwan (Pahalgam).

The L-G has also inaugurated two fully equipped hospitals at the two base camps. In addition, there are transit camps along the route from Jammu to the base camps. The transit camps regulate, supervise and serve as halting points during adverse weather or route conditions. Those taking the traditional Pahalgam route travel from Pahalgam to Chandanwari, Sheshnag, Panchtarni to the cave shrine covering 46-Km long trek in four days.

Those taking the Baltal route return to the base camp after having 'darshan' inside the cave shrine the same day. The one-way trek from Baltal to the cave shrine is 14 km long. Due to security reasons, no helicopter services will be available to the Yatris this year.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone who visited Kashmir last year, I'm impressed by the focus on pilgrim facilities. The new Yatri Niwas looks wonderful. Safety and comfort for Amarnath devotees should always be priority. Well done J&K administration!
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Priyanka N
Good steps but implementation matters most. Last year my uncle had to wait 3 hours for ambulance in Ramban during emergency. Hope these new vehicles have proper staff and equipment. Fingers crossed 🤞
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Aman W
Baba Barfani bless this initiative! The hospital at base camps is much needed. My parents are going for yatra this year and I feel relieved knowing medical facilities are available. Har Har Mahadev! 🙏
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Kavitha C
While appreciating the efforts, I must say - why only during yatra season? Local Kashmiris need these facilities year-round. CSR funds should benefit permanent residents equally. Just my two cents.
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Varun X
The 'Hospital on Wheels' idea for remote areas is brilliant! Our Himalayan regions desperately need mobile healthcare. Hope this gets implemented soon across all hilly districts. Kudos to LG Sinha for practical thinking.

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