Srinagar, June 11 -- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has become the first Chairman of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) in recent times to undertake the pilgrimage to the Holy Cave through the Baltal route.

During his visit, the LG inspected the ongoing maintenance, upgradation, and widening of the Yatra track. He took a firsthand review of safety measures implemented by the SASB and the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage for devotees.

The LG praised the extensive efforts made by BRO and SASB in preparing the tracks. He said that after the conclusion of the 2024 Yatra, special attention has been given to developing safer and more accessible tracks on both routes.

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