Shahid, Singla flags off Yatra from Nunwan base camp
PAHALGAM: Secretary Tribal Affairs Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary and Deputy Commissioner Anantnag Dr Piyush Singla Thursday jointly flagged off the Shri Amarnathji Yatra from Nunwan base camp.
The Deputy Commissioner while talking to the media persons said all the arrangements were in place to ensure a convenient spiritual experience for the Yatries. He said that sanitation measures are in place for the Yatris and he is confident of a Swach Yatra this year.
The Deputy Commissioner said that Yatris after halting at Nunwan will be taken to Chandanwari in vehicles from where the Yatris will commence their onward journey on foot.
He further gave out that necessary widening of the track, construction of enforcements and installation of safety railings has been completed at all places. He said that the camps at Sheeshnag and Panjtarni are fully functional with adequate sanitation, toilets facilities have been installed in adequate numbers and electricity and water supply have been ensured at each location.
The Yatris while interacting with the media said all kinds of facilities are available for the Yatris.
They said that after a comfortable night stay they are ready to commence the trek to the Holy Cave.
