The Director General of Police, Dilbag Singh, took an aerial view of Gangbal and its adjoining areas, and visited Naranag, ahead of the annual Harmukh-Gangbal Yatra in Ganderbal district.
He interacted with the jurisdictional officers and pilgrims to review the security arrangements for the yatra, which is commencing tomorrow. He emphasized maintaining a high level of coordination and strict adherence to security protocols. He also directed the officers to supervise the arrangements personally and provide all possible assistance to the yatris.
The DGP also reviewed the services provided for the smooth and hassle-free pilgrimage of yatris. He enquired about the facilities and arrangements available from the pilgrims at Naranag base camp.
The pilgrimage to Harmukh-Gangbal, situated at an elevation of 3570 meters, starts annually from Naranag area of Kangan in Ganderbal district. After performing Puja at Naranag temple, devotees set on a 15-km journey on foot to Gangabal lake, which is located around 14,500 feet above sea level in the Harmukh mountain range. The pilgrims track to Gangbal via Butchari and Trunkhal. On reaching, sacred puja is performed on the banks of Gangbal lake following which the pilgrims return the next day.
