Jammu: Another batch of 1,621 pilgrims left Jammu today to perform the Amarnath Yatra which has been proceeding peacefully in the Kashmir Valley, officials said.
The pilgrims left Jammu in 34 buses and 15 light motor vehicles escorted by the security forces, a senior police officer told IANS in Jammu.
"Over 45,000 have performed the yatra so far using both the north Kashmir Baltal and south Kashmir Pahalgam routes" the official added.
Devotees believe the ice stalagmite structure known as the 'Lingam' symbolises mythical powers of Lord Shiva.
Those using this north Kashmir route return to the base camp the same day after having the 'Darshan'.
Helicopter services are also available for pilgrims from both the north and the south base camp sites.
The 48-day long yatra started on July 2 and will conclude on August 17 coinciding with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan festivals.
The pilgrims left Jammu in 34 buses and 15 light motor vehicles escorted by the security forces, a senior police officer told IANS in Jammu.
"Over 45,000 have performed the yatra so far using both the north Kashmir Baltal and south Kashmir Pahalgam routes" the official added.
Devotees believe the ice stalagmite structure known as the 'Lingam' symbolises mythical powers of Lord Shiva.
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Those using this north Kashmir route return to the base camp the same day after having the 'Darshan'.
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Helicopter services are also available for pilgrims from both the north and the south base camp sites.
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The 48-day long yatra started on July 2 and will conclude on August 17 coinciding with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan festivals.
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