Preparations Underway for Amarnath Yatra 2023
J&K CS reviews preparations for Amarnath Yatra
Hindustan Times
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Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir, led a meeting to review preparations for the Amarnath Yatra, set to begin on July 3, 2023. With an expected increase in pilgrim numbers, departments are instructed to enhance infrastructure, ensure snow clearance by May 15, and improve connectivity along the routes.
- 01Amarnath Yatra 2023 starts on July 3, with registrations already underway.
- 02Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo emphasized the need for improved infrastructure due to anticipated higher pilgrim numbers.
- 03Key directives include timely snow clearance and road maintenance by the Border Roads Organisation.
- 04Real-time weather updates will be provided by the India Meteorological Department.
- 05Telecom providers must ensure strong connectivity along the pilgrimage routes by May 15.
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On Thursday, Atal Dulloo, the Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir, chaired a high-level meeting to assess the preparations for the annual Amarnath Yatra, which is scheduled to commence on July 3, 2023. The meeting highlighted the expected increase in pilgrim attendance this year, prompting Dulloo to instruct various departments to enhance infrastructure and services. Notably, he directed the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to complete snow clearance on all Yatra tracks by May 15 and to maintain roads, install signages and crash barriers, and restore shelter sheds along the routes. The Public Works Department (PWD) was tasked with finishing road macadamisation around base camps. Additionally, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) will provide Doppler-based weather forecasts and set up LED screens for real-time updates at base camps. Telecom service providers are also required to ensure robust mobile and internet connectivity along the pilgrimage routes by the same deadline.
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The preparations for the Amarnath Yatra are crucial for ensuring the safety and comfort of thousands of pilgrims expected this year. Improved infrastructure and connectivity will enhance the overall experience for visitors.
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