Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday visited the Yatra Transit Camp and Yatri Niwas at Pantha Chowk in Srinagar to review the arrangements made for pilgrims undertaking the ongoing Amarnath Yatra.

The Lt Governor interacted with officials and pilgrims and enquired about the facilities being provided. He directed officials to ensure that every devotee of Lord Shiva receives round-the-clock care.

“From registration to accommodation and food, no pilgrim should face any inconvenience. It must be our collective responsibility to make their stay in Jammu and Kashmir comfortable,” the Lieutenant Governor told the officials.

Reviewing the arrangements, Sinha took stock of accommodation, sanitation, security, healthcare, drinking water, power supply, firefighting measures and other essential services put in place by various departments to ensure the comfort and safety of the yatris.

“The figures from the past week reveal that this year’s Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra has witnessed a greater number of devotees compared to last year. This surge is not only a blessing for our spiritual heritage but also a positive sign for tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, giving fresh momentum to the local economy,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

He said he wanted the rich handicrafts and handloom products of J&K to reach every corner of the country and find a place in every devotee’s home. “This will honour our artisans and also strengthen the spirit of the ‘One District, One Product’ campaign, weaving together faith, culture and prosperity,” he said.

The L-G lauded the coordinated efforts of the district administration, line departments, the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board, police, security forces and other stakeholders. He directed officials to take strict legal action against those found involved in fraudulent registration practices.