J&K LG Manoj Sinha reviews preparedness of Baltal route for Amarnath pilgrimage

Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited Baltal in Ganderbal district on Wednesday and reviewed the status of preparedness of Shri Amarnath Ji annual pilgrimage through Baltal route. The pilgrimage to the holy Shrine is beginning on July 1.

 

The Lt Governor took appraisal of the arrangements put in place for healthcare, electricity, communication, water supply and sanitation, weather forecasting, disaster management, security grid and all other basic necessities for the pilgrims. He directed the officials to ensure Yatra Base Camp has adequate number of doctors, staff, equipment, medicines and oxygen cylinders. 

He also instructed BRO to mobilize



resources and finish all works before the commencement of Shri Amarnathji Yatra. He observed that since Yatra is in difficult terrain at an altitude where the oxygen levels are low, healthcare facilities, care around the clock must be ensured and impressed upon the officials to ensure communication services on yatra route and night air services. He further directed for fitting tented accommodations with fire extinguishing equipment.

 

At Yatra Base Camp in Baltal, the Lt Governor inspected the ongoing work at DRDO’s Hospital and other facilities for the pilgrims. It was informed that the hospital will be made functional by 17th June.