Amarnath Yatra will provide impetus to economy of J&K: Div Com
Anantnag: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, P K Pole Tuesday said that Amarnath Yatra is not mere a pilgrimage but a major economic push to J&K’s economy as the government expects Rs 2000 to Rs 3000 Crore revenue from 6 to 8 lakh pilgrims, who intend to visit tourist destinations as well.
Talking to reporters at Mir Bazar Ananatnag, after reviewing arrangements for the Yatra, Pole said that Mir Bazar Yatra facility will accommodate 2500 yatris at a time compared to 500 earlier.
He added that all other arrangements are in place for smooth pilgrimage this year and he welcomes Yatris with open heart and may Lord Shiva accept their prayers.
Pole said that this year administration is expecting 6 to 8 lakh pilgrims.
“Each pilgrim stays in Kashmir for a week and spends at least Rs 35000. They visits other tourist destinations of Kashmir as well,” he said, adding that the administration is expecting Rs 2000 to Rs 3000 Crore income, which will give boost to JK’s economy.
He added that there is also a toll free number for Yatris and clean drinking water and shelter facilities are available at base camps and other points.
Pole further said the shrine board has also introduced a mobile App for pilgrims that will provide latest updates to yatris including weather update.
Pole visited various transit accommodations and Baltal Base Camp to inspect and finalise the preparations for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SAJY), 2022 via Baltal route.
Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Shyambir, SSP Ganderbal, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Camp Directors, various District Officers and other officials accompanied the Div Com during the visit.
The Div Com directed all the concerned departments to work in close coordination to ensure smooth conduct of Yatra.
During the visit, the Div Com inspected arrangements for accomodation, sanitation, Health facility, deployment of staff, electricity, water and other related arrangements.
The DC apprised the Div Com that all stake holders have finalised the arrangements for hassle free yatra.
The Div Com also visited langar sites and inspected the facilities. He urged the langar management to ensure provisions of sanitation and hygiene.
The Div Com directed the Assistant Commissioner Panchayat to ensure adequate dustbins and sanitation staff is deployed for sanitation purposes on all identified places besides cleanliness of bathrooms and toilet.
