Srinagar, April 16 -- Every summer, as the snow melts from the mountain trails of South Kashmir, a familiar rhythm returns to the Valley. Devotees from every corner of the country begin their journey toward the sacred Amarnath Cave. They come for faith but what they often find is something deeper friendship, warmth, and the quiet, selfless service of the Kashmiri people. For the locals of Pahalgam, Baltal, and the winding paths in between, the Yatra isn't just a seasonal event, it's a shared journey. It's about helping the elderly climb steep hills on ponies, offering a glass of water to a tired traveller, or serving a hot bowl of rajma chawal to someone far from home. These are simple acts, yes but in them lies a bond that speaks louder ...