Continuing the on-ground review of arrangements for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2026, the Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan today conducted a late-night inspection of the Lamber Yatra Camp at Banihal, Yatri Niwas and Langer Site Chanderkote to assess preparedness of various departments and review facilities being provided to pilgrims.
During the visit, he inspected the camp and reviewed the functioning of all key service points established for the pilgrimage. Inspecting the langars, the Deputy Commissioner directed SDM Banihal and the Food Inspector to ensure strict monitoring of food quality, hygiene and availability, so that pilgrims are served safe, nutritious and hygienically prepared meals at all times.
He also reviewed healthcare facilities, medical preparedness and emergency response mechanisms to ensure prompt medical assistance whenever required. The DC further inspected accommodation, sanitation and cleanliness, drinking water supply, power and lighting arrangements, security deployment, traffic management, public conveniences and other essential amenities.
Departments concerned were instructed to maintain high standards of service delivery and rectify deficiencies without delay. During his interaction with pilgrims, the Deputy Commissioner sought first-hand feedback on accommodation, sanitation, healthcare, security arrangements and other services at the camp and enquired about their travel experience.
The Deputy Commissioner directed all officers to maintain round-the-clock monitoring of the camp and ensure immediate redressal of any issue or grievance raised by pilgrims, with sanitation, drinking water, healthcare and other essential public services maintained efficiently throughout the Yatra. Officers were instructed to remain vigilant and work in close coordination to ensure timely delivery of every essential service for pilgrims passing through Ramban district.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Senior Superintendent of Police Arun Gupta, Additional Deputy Commissioner Varunjeet Singh Charak, ACR Shokat Hayat Mattoo, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Banihal Mohammad Naseeb Bajraan, SDM Ramsoo Sayed Mazahir Hussain Shah and other officers concerned.