Chamoli, May 24 -- The first batch of Sikh devotees, led by the Panch Pyaras, commenced their journey to Shri Hemkund Sahib for the 2025 pilgrimage. The group departed carrying the Nishan Sahib (holy flag) under full police protection, Chamoli Police said in a post on X.

In their message, Chamoli Police stated, "Shri Hemkund Sahib Yatra 2025: The first group of Sikh devotees, led by the Panch Pyaras, has set out for Shri Hemkund Sahib with the Nishan Sahib and complete police security."

The police have ensured comprehensive security arrangements to facilitate a safe and smooth pilgrimage for all devotees.

Following the departure of the first batch of pilgrims for Hemkund Sahib on Thursday, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami...