The Jammu and Kashmir administration has canceled the annual Amarnath yatra second year in a row due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation in the nation.
“Shri Amarnathji Yatra canceled in wake of COVID-19 Pandemic. Decision after threadbare discussion with Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board members. Yatra to be symbolic only. However, all the traditional religious rituals shall be performed at the Holy Cave Shrine as per past practice”, the office of Lieutenant Governor tweeted.
The Lieutenant Governor’s office further added that during such critical times, it’s important to save people’s lives; thus, it is not advisable to hold and conduct this year’s pilgrimage in the larger public interest.
To ensure that devotees can virtually attend the morning and evening artis at the Himalayan cave shrine, Mr. Sinha has directed the officials to ensure that necessary arrangements are being made.
