10 Amarnath Pilgrims Hurt in Kulgam Bus Collision, Condition Stable

A road accident disrupted the sacred Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district. The incident, caused significant damage to the buses but did not halt the yatra’s progress, as authorities swiftly managed the crisis. According to officials, the injured were immediately rushed to a hospital, where their condition is said to be stable.

Amarnath Yatra Convoy Accident

All three buses were damaged in the accident. Other pilgrims travelling in the affected buses were shifted to additional buses, and the convoy proceeded on its onward journey.

The ten injured pilgrims, primarily sustaining bruises and minor fractures, were promptly rushed to the Government Medical College Hospital in Anantnag. We acted quickly to ensure the injured were cared for,” said a Kulgam police official. The efficient response minimized panic among the pilgrims, who were traveling to the Baltal base camp for the Amarnath shrine darshan.

Ten Pilgrims Injured

The administration’s quick action kept the yatra on track,” noted a volunteer assisting at the scene.Preliminary reports suggest that slippery roads due to recent rains and a possible misjudgment by one of the drivers caused the collision. The Kulgam police have launched an investigation to determine the exact circumstances, with a focus on improving safety measures for future convoys. The incident has raised concerns about road conditions during the monsoon-heavy yatra season.

Three Amarnath Yatra Buses Collide

The Amarnath Yatra, one of India’s most revered pilgrimages, draws thousands annually to pay homage to Lord Shiva. Despite this setback, the spirit of the pilgrims remains unbroken. Authorities have assured enhanced safety protocols to prevent such incidents, ensuring the yatra continues smoothly for devotees seeking divine blessings.