The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Owais Ahmed on Wednesday visited Yatra Transit Camp at Shadipora Sumbal to review the arrangements and other facilities for pilgrims ahead of the upcoming Amarnath Yatra.
The 62-day yatra is scheduled to commence on July 1 and culminate on August 31.
Owais inspected the upgraded facilities for the convenience of the yatra pilgrims, said the Department of Information and Public Relations, J-K.
The DC was informed that all necessary arrangements, including facilities of drinking water and electricity, etc, at Yatra Transit Camp have been put in advance besides the deployment of sufficient staff at the camp.
Owais also inspected other completed works at the transit camp, including the langar facility, prefabricated huts, etc, and expressed satisfaction with the arrangements.
He asked the concerned to ensure cleanliness, sanitation, hygiene, and medical facilities at the transit camp around the clock. Other senior officers were present on the occasion, said DIPR J-K.
