The annual Amarnath Yatra, which was halted on July 1 due to bad weather, resumed from Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday. More than 3,000 pilgrims had left for the valley from the base camp at Baltal on Saturday. The yatra was suspended on July 3 due to heavy rainfall and landslides in the area.
The Amarnath Yatra
The Amarnath Yatra, one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimages, has resumed from the Pahalgam route after being suspended for a few days due to bad weather. The yatra was halted on July 9 due to heavy rains and landslides in the area. However, with the situation now becoming conducive for pilgrimage, the yatra has been resumed from Pahalgam.
The Amarnath Yatra is an annual pilgrimage that takes place in the month of July-August. It is undertaken by lakhs of devotees from all across India, who come to seek the blessings of Lord Amarnath, an incarnation of Lord Shiva. The yatra culminates at the holy cave of Amarnath, located in a remote and inaccessible region of Kashmir.
The Pahalgam route is one of the two routes that lead to the Amarnath Cave. The other route is from Baltal. While the Pahalgam route is longer, it is considered to be more scenic and picturesque. It passes through some of the most beautiful places in Kashmir, such as Betaab Valley and Chandanwari.
The Pahalgam Route
The Amarnath Yatra has resumed from the Pahalgam route after being suspended for a few days due to bad weather.
A large number of devotees had gathered at the Pahalgam base camp to commence their journey to the holy cave. The route to the cave is through treacherous terrain and is only accessible on foot.
Despite the challenges, devotees undertake this arduous journey every year to seek blessings at the holy cave. The yatra is an important religious event for Hindus and is considered to be one of the holiest shrines in the country.
Why the Yatra is Resuming from Pahalgam?
The Amarnath Yatra is one of the most sacred pilgrimages for Hindus in India. The journey to the holy cave of Amarnath is believed to bless devotees with good fortune and spiritual enlightenment.
This year, the Amarnath Yatra was disrupted due to heavy rains and floods in the Kashmir region. However, the yatra is now set to resume from Pahalgam route.
There are many reasons why the yatra is resuming from Pahalgam. Firstly, Pahalgam is one of the safest routes to the Amarnath Cave. The route has been used for centuries and is well-equipped to handle large number of pilgrims.
Secondly, Pahalgam is also less prone to bad weather conditions as compared to other routes. This means that there is a lower risk of disruption due to heavy rains or snowfall.
Lastly, Pahalgam provides breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountains. Devotees can soak in the beauty of nature while making their way to the holy cave.
The decision to resume the yatra from Pahalgam will no doubt bring relief to thousands of devotees who were eagerly.
What Pilgrims Need to Know?
The much-awaited Amarnath Yatra has finally resumed from the Pahalgam route after being disrupted for nearly two months due to bad weather. The yatra was flagged off from the Panchtarni base camp on July 1 and is expected to continue till August 15.
Pilgrims undertaking the yatra are advised to keep the following things in mind:
- The Pahalgam route is slightly longer than the Baltal route, so pilgrims must be physically fit to undertake the journey.
- Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all pilgrims must mandatory wear face masks and maintain social distancing at all times. Sanitation points have been set up along the route and pilgrims are advised to use them regularly.
- Pilgrims must carry enough food and water with them as there are limited options available en route. Though packed meals are available at some places, it is advisable to carry your own food as a precautionary measure.
- There is no fixed time schedule for the darshan at the Amarnath Cave and it entirely depends on the individual’s speed of travel.
Conclusion
The Amarnath Yatra has resumed from the Pahalgam route after being halted for a few days due to bad weather. This is good news for devotees who were hoping to make the pilgrimage this year. With the route now open, we hope that more people will be able to take part in the Amarnath Yatra and receive blessings from Lord Shiva.
