SRINAGAR: Pilgrims from across the country and abroad are now the brand ambassadors of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Saturday said.
During his visit today to Nunwan Base Camp, LG Sinha interacted with pilgrims, reviewed arrangements for queue management. Discussed measures taken for comfortable stay, food, healthcare, connectivity, sanitation, water, and other facilities for Yatris in case of bad weather.
Camp directors are holding regular meetings with service providers, stakeholders and additional lanes have been added at check-points. Administration is sensitive to needs of pilgrims, responsive and has ensured better arrangements for hassle-free pilgrimage, LG said.
Adding that he said, “I am extremely proud of entire team, Shrine Board, JKP, CAPFs, Army, BRO, NDRF, SDRF, Mountain Rescue Teams, services providers, citizens for commendable work & ensuring smooth conduct of Yatra. Through our solidarity, resolve & preparation, we’ll overcome any future challenges”.
Pilgrims from across the country and abroad are now the Brand Ambassadors of J&K. The economic activities associated with spiritual pilgrimage generate livelihood for the locals and spur tourist influx to the UT, he said.