Srinagar, April 16 -- Registrations for the annual 52-day-long Shri Amarnath Yatra officially commenced, marking the beginning of preparations for one of the most significant spiritual pilgrimages in India.

Devotees can register online through the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board's official websitejksasb.nic.inor offline at over 540 designated bank branches and facilitation centers across the country, including Panchayat Bhawan, Vaishnavi Dham, and Mahajan Hall.

Registration is mandatory for all pilgrims, and each applicant must submit a Compulsory Health Certificate (CHC) issued by an authorized medical institution to ensure fitness for the demanding high-altitude trek. To manage the inflow of pilgrims and ensure safety, only 15,000 yatris...