POONCH: The 5th batch of the Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra, comprising around 4,000 devotees, reached the College Ground Poonch today, where the district administration, police, Yatra Management Committee and locals accorded the pilgrims a grand and warm welcome.

Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma, Additional Deputy Commissioner Tahir Mustafa Malik and Additional SP Ajay Sharma, along with other officers and officials from the civil administration and police department, members of the Yatra Management Committee, civil society representatives and enthusiastic locals welcomed the pilgrims.

The college ground witnessed a festive atmosphere as the devotees were greeted with warmth and traditional hospitality. A large number of locals gathered at the venue to welcome the pilgrims and showcase Poonch's rich tradition of communal harmony, hospitality and respect for visiting devotees.

Different societies and organisations set up various food stalls and refreshment arrangements to facilitate the pilgrims and provide them with refreshments during their stay.

The district administration and all stakeholders reiterated their commitment to ensuring smooth, safe and comfortable arrangements for the pilgrims throughout the Yatra. The Yatra will culminate with the Chhari Mubarak Yatra from Poonch to Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Shrine at Mandi, where devotees will pay obeisance.

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