Mussoorie, May 10 -- Preparations for the annual Hemkund Sahib Yatra, set to begin on May 25, are in full swing, with the Indian Army personnel working tirelessly to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage for devotees, officials said. "Despite the challenging weather, Indian Army soldiers have successfully carved a path through massive snowdrifts to reach the Hemkund Sahib Gurdwara. Upon arrival, the team offered prayers and opened the path leading to the shrine's portal," said NS Bindra, president of the Hemkund Sahib Gurdwara Trust, which manages the yatra. Bindra noted that significant progress has been made. "The pedestrian path, including the stairway, has been cleared of snow, and work is underway to clear the alternative route used by mules," he said. "For the Shri Hemkund Sahib Yatra, army personnel, in coordination with the Trust's Sewadars, have been working diligently for several weeks. Their primary objective is to clear snow-covered paths, secure the travel route, and provide all necessary facilities for pilgrims," he said.htc...