India, Aug. 19 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
The Amarnath Yatra 2025 was more than just a sacred pilgrimage-it emerged as a powerful movement for Swachhata and sustainability. With over 4 lakh devotees making the arduous trek to the holy cave at 3,880 meters in the Kashmir Himalayas, the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board, in close coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Government, placed a strong emphasis on scientific waste management and plastic-free practices to ensure a zero-landfill, eco-friendly Yatra. In alignment with the objectives of the Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0, a comprehensive set of initiatives was implemented to ensure a clean, hygienic, and plastic-free environment for pilgrims.
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