UDHAMPUR: The first batch of pilgrims of Shri Amarnath ji Yatra 2024 was accorded a rousing reception by District Administration Udhampur here at Kali Mata Mandir Tikri. The Pilgrims were warmly welcomed by DIG Udhampur -Reasi Range Rayees Mohammad Bhat; Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai; SSP Joginder Singh; Additional Deputy Commissioner Joginder Singh Jasrotia and other officers besides prominent citizens of the District.
A large number of local people and other officers were also present at Kali Mata Mandir Tikri to welcome the pilgrimage comprising 4603 yatries including 3631 males, 711 females 237 Sadhus 15, Sadhvis and 9 children. On the occasion, Information Department Udhampur arranged a themed based cultural programme involving students of Government Higher Secondary School and Sainik Cooperative Public High School Tikri which was applauded by the pilgrims as well as local people.
The authorities urged upon the pilgrims to utilize and avail all the facilities being extended by the government during the yatra. The pilgrims were also informed about the arrangements made for them at the base camp and en-route. The pilgrims appreciated the goodwill gesture of Civil and Police Administration Udhampur for according them rousing reception and cooperation.