Anantnag: As the first batch of pilgrims started its journey towards the Amarnath cave shrine in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, an 'Aarti'was performed at the Shrine.
"'Aarti' performed at Shri Amarnath Cave Shrine in Jammu & Kashmir, today morning. The first batch of pilgrims has started its journey towards the cave shrine," officials from Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board posted the video.
The Yatra was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner, Ganderbal, Shyambir, along with senior officials of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board and the police at the Baltal base camp.
The 62-day pilgrimage will culminate on August 31. (with Agency inputs)