JAMMU, Apr 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday announced that the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra will commence on July 3, 2026 and conclude on August 28, 2026, coinciding with the festival of Raksha Bandhan.
In a post on X, Lieutenant Governor Sinha said the 57-day pilgrimage will begin with the Pratham Puja on June 29, 2026, on the occasion of Jyeshtha Purnima, to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.
He further informed that advance registration for the Yatra will start from April 15, 2026, through both online and offline modes. The registration facility will be available at 554 designated branches of J&K Bank, Punjab National Bank, State Bank of India, and Yes Bank across the country.
The administration has urged devotees to complete their registration in advance and follow official guidelines for a smooth and safe pilgrimage.
