Amarnath Yatra 2026: LG Manoj Sinha performs Pratham Puja as multi-agency security teams declare full readiness

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha performed the traditional Pratham Puja at the Amarnath cave shrine on Monday, signaling complete administrative, logistical, and security readiness for the 57-day annual pilgrimage launching on July 3

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday performed the ‘pratham puja’ at the holy cave shrine of Amarnath in South Kashmir, marking the ceremonial start of this year’s annual yatra.

With the yatra commencing on July 3, Sinha said the administration, the Amarnath shrine board, the Army, the police, the security forces, the local community, service providers, and volunteers are working in complete synergy.

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“Har Har Mahadev! Truly blessed to perform the ‘Pratham Puja’ at the Holy Cave of Shri Amarnath Ji, marking the ceremonial start of the annual pilgrimage. Prayed to Baba Barfani for peace, prosperity, health and well-being of all,” Sinha said on his official X handle.

“Every stakeholder is devoted to ensuring a safe, hassle-free and memorable pilgrimage for all pilgrims. With significantly upgraded infrastructure, enhanced facilities & invaluable support of the people of Jammu Kashmir, we are fully prepared to welcome the devotees for a spiritually fulfilling journey. May Baba Amarnath Ji bless us all,” he added.