Final preparations for Amarnath Yatra in J&K's Samba
Samba district in Jammu and Kashmir has wrapped up its prep for this year's Amarnath Yatra, which kicks off July 3.
The 38-day trek to the holy cave shrine in the Himalayas is a big deal, drawing thousands of pilgrims—and it takes some serious planning to keep things running smoothly.
What to expect this year
To keep everyone safe, Samba has rolled out a multi-layered security plan with extra surveillance at key spots and upgraded public address systems for quick updates if needed.
Pilgrims will have access to langars (community kitchens), plus medical teams and ambulances stationed along the route.
Fire services are even doing mock drills so emergency response is on point.
Significance of Amarnath Yatra
The Amarnath Yatra isn't just any trip—it's one of India's most important Hindu pilgrimages, organized by the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board.
With all these new measures, officials want to make sure everyone can focus on their journey without worrying about safety or basic needs.