Amarnath Yatra 2026: First batch of Amarnath pilgrims welcomed with flower petals in Kashmir
Updated On: 02 July, 2026 04:25 PM IST | Srinagar | PTI
As the convoy entered the Valley through the Navyug Tunnel in Qazigund area of south Kashmir's Kulgam district under tight multi-tier security cover, they received a rousing welcome, officials said
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Locals welcome the first batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims near Banihal Qazigund Road Tunnel, at Qazigund, in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir. Photo courtesy: PTI
The first batch of pilgrims for the annual Amarnath Yatra received a warm welcome as they reached the Kashmir valley on Thursday, officials said.
The batch of 4,822 pilgrims was flagged off earlier in the day by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu.
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