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Srinagar/Jammu, Jul 3: Amid unprecedented security arrangements, the annual Amarnath Yatra commenced on Thursday with more than 12000 pilgrims paying obeisance at the holy cave shrine, nestled in Himalayas.
Officials told that till 7:15 PM, a total of 12,348 pilgrims paid obeisance. "The devotees included 9,181 males and 2,223 females. The yatra also saw the participation of 99 children, 122 sadhus, and 7 sadhvis, reflecting a wide range of pilgrims undertaking the spiritual journey. Additionally, 8 transgender devotees and 708 personnel from security forces also visited the cave shrine," they said....