Huge Rush On First Day Of Amarnath Yatra, Pilgrims Crowd X-Ray Security

Summary

A large number of pilgrims have gathered at the X-ray security checkpoint in Pahalgam for the Amarnath Yatra, with hundreds arriving without prior registration, causing difficulties and concerns over the on-the-spot registration system. Thousands of devotees have reached Pahalgam from Jammu and Srinagar, prompting authorities to enforce extensive security arrangements, including traffic restrictions and verification of registration details. The first batch of pilgrims is set to depart early Thursday morning, with many expressing enthusiasm and praising the security arrangements made by the Army and police.