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The Jammu administration has opened special centres for offline registration of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims today. The annual pilgrimage will commence on July 3 through both Baltal and Pahalgam routes. Security forces have intensified surveillance along the Jammu-Srinagar highway with K-9 squads and mock disaster drills. Devotees expressed strong enthusiasm despite past security concerns in the region.

Key Points: Amarnath Yatra offline registration begins today in Jammu centres

  • Offline registration begins at special Jammu centres today
  • Yatra starts July 3 via Baltal and Pahalgam routes
  • CRPF deploys K-9 squads for highway security
  • Joint forces conduct mock landslide drill for emergency preparedness
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J&K: Offline registration for Amarnath Yatra begins today in Jammu at special centres set by Administration

Devotees throng special centres as offline registration for Amarnath Yatra starts today ahead of July 3 pilgrimage via Baltal and Pahalgam routes

"You can see the enthusiasm in the people. I have faith in Amarnath. - Devotee at registration centre"

Jammu, June 30

The Amarnath Yatra is set to commence on July 3, and the registration is underway for devotees who have not yet registered for the Yatra through online mode. A large number of devotees have visited the special centre as registration begins today at the centres set up by the administration.

Jammu (Jammu & Kashmir) [India], June 30 (ANI): The Amarnath Yatra is set to commence on July 3, and the registration is underway for devotees who have not yet registered for the Yatra through online mode. A large number of devotees have visited the special centre as registration begins today at the centres set up by the administration.

The Yatra will begin on July 3 through the Baltal and Pahalgam routes.

A devotee who came to the centre for registration said, "The people are enthusiastic this time. There is no fear (due to the Pahalgam attack). Arrangements are good. The administration is with us."

Another devotee added, "You can see the enthusiasm in the people. I have faith in Amarnath. They (terrorists) can do whatever they want; we will not be affected. I want to request all the people to visit J&K so that our army and government can say that we are not affected by their (terrorists) actions."

Ahead of the Amarnath Yatra, the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) has rolled out a robust multi-layered security plan along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) to ensure the safety and security of the pilgrims. Jammu-Srinagar Highway is one of the vital routes for thousands of pilgrims.

The CRPF has intensified surveillance, deployed K-9 (dog) squads alongside its personnel along the vital Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, a key route used by thousands of pilgrims, and strengthened highway patrols, with a special focus on sensitive stretches, such as the Udhampur sector.

The first batch of pilgrims will be flagged off from the Jammu base camp on July 2, 2025, while the Yatra will officially begin on July 3, 2025, via both the Baltal and Pahalgam routes.

Earlier, in a preemptive effort to ensure safety during the upcoming Amarnath Yatra 2025, a joint mock landslide drill was conducted by the Indian Army, CRPF, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the JKSDRF (Jammu and Kashmir State Disaster Response Force) at Samroli, Toldi Nallah, on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway on Sunday.

The exercise aimed to assess emergency preparedness in case of landslides or natural disasters during the pilgrimage. The simulation involved rescuing stranded vehicles and providing immediate aid to injured pilgrims, with security and disaster response teams efficiently coordinating evacuation and medical assistance.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the security measures, I wish the government would improve basic facilities like toilets and medical camps along the route. Last year my parents went and complained about poor hygiene conditions. Safety isn't just about terrorism threats.
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Arjun K
The courage of these pilgrims is inspiring! Despite terror threats, people are determined to complete their spiritual journey. Our security forces are doing commendable work - salute to CRPF and J&K Police for keeping everyone safe.
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Sarah B
As someone who visited last year, I must say the natural beauty of the route is breathtaking. But please pilgrims - don't litter! Saw so much plastic waste last time. Let's keep our holy places clean. The mock drills show good preparedness 👍
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Vikram M
The yatra is not just a pilgrimage but a strong message that we won't be cowed down by terror threats. Kudos to the administration for smooth arrangements. Hope the weather remains favorable this year - last time many faced difficulties due to sudden rains.
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Kavya N
My family has been going for generations. The spiritual experience is unmatched! But I request authorities to cap the number of pilgrims - overcrowding is becoming a serious issue. Quality of experience matters as much as quantity of devotees.

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