‘Nation First': PM Modi Calls For Clean, Safe Amarnath Yatra In Special Message

Last Updated:July 03, 2026, 12:16 IST

PM Modi also praised the efforts of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, the Jammu and Kashmir administration and security agencies for ensuring the smooth conduct of the pilgrimage.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has penned a special message for devotees undertaking this year’s Amarnath Yatra, calling the annual pilgrimage “a great blessing" and urging pilgrims to make the journey a symbol of cleanliness, safety, environmental protection, support for local livelihoods and nation-building.

In the two-page message, titled “A Letter from the Hon’ble Prime Minister to the Pilgrims", the Prime Minister greeted devotees with “Har Har Mahadev" and “Jai Baba Barfani". He described the Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir as a reflection of India’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage.

“Participating in the sacred Amarnath Yatra in Jammu & Kashmir is, in itself, a great blessing," PM Modi wrote, adding that devotees across the country eagerly await the opportunity to undertake the pilgrimage every year.

Describing the Yatra as “an enduring chapter in India’s spiritual tradition", the Prime Minister said it embodies the spirit of unity in diversity by bringing together devotees from different parts of the country.

“People from different states, speaking different languages and following diverse traditions, complete this journey united by their devotion to Mahadev," he wrote.

PM Modi also praised the efforts of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, the Jammu and Kashmir administration and security agencies for ensuring the smooth conduct of the pilgrimage.

“For several decades, the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board and the Jammu & Kashmir administration have managed this pilgrimage with great efficiency and dedication," he said.

He also acknowledged the contribution of the Indian Army, CRPF, Jammu and Kashmir Police, ITBP, BSF, NDRF, doctors, healthcare workers, sanitation staff, administrative officials and volunteers involved in facilitating the Yatra.

“This year as well, thousands of personnel are discharging this responsibility with commitment," he noted.

Highlighting the role of local communities, the Prime Minister said the pilgrimage also reflects the hospitality of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He specifically mentioned pony operators, porters and palanquin bearers, saying their service on the difficult mountain route exemplifies India’s long-standing tradition of selfless service.

Five Pledges For Pilgrims

At the heart of the Prime Minister’s message is an appeal for devotees to adopt five pledges during the pilgrimage.

The first pledge urges pilgrims to maintain cleanliness and help keep the entire Yatra route free from litter.

The second calls on devotees to strictly follow administrative instructions, traffic rules and safety advisories, while remaining especially cautious because of rain, slippery terrain and cold weather.

The third pledge is linked to the government’s ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative. PM Modi encouraged devotees to spend at least 10 per cent of their travel expenses on locally made products to support families and young people in Jammu and Kashmir.

“Inspired by the spirit of ‘Vocal for Local,’ we will spend at least 10 per cent of our travel expenses on purchasing local products. This will strengthen the livelihoods of families and youth in Jammu & Kashmir," the letter stated.

The fourth pledge asks pilgrims to participate in the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign by gifting a sapling to a sibling on Raksha Bandhan, which coincides with the conclusion of this year’s Yatra.

The fifth pledge extends beyond the pilgrimage, encouraging devotees to contribute to national development throughout the year.

“With the spirit of ‘Nation First,’ we will honestly perform our duties throughout the year and actively contribute to building a Viksit Bharat," PM Modi wrote.

Expressing confidence that the Yatra would become “a grand celebration of faith in Sanatan Dharma, India’s cultural unity and the tradition of selfless service," the Prime Minister wished devotees a safe and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage.

“I pray that Baba Amarnath’s infinite blessings remain with all of us. May your pilgrimage be safe, auspicious, and may it fill your lives with renewed energy, awareness, and spiritual strength," he said.

Concluding his message, PM Modi expressed hope that Baba Barfani would inspire every devotee to become “more dedicated to our duties" so that together the nation could fulfil its resolve of building a Viksit Bharat.

The annual Amarnath Yatra, one of Hinduism’s most revered pilgrimages, draws hundreds of thousands of devotees every year to the naturally formed ice Shivling inside the Amarnath cave shrine in the Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir. This year’s pilgrimage is being conducted under extensive security arrangements, with thousands of security personnel deployed and elaborate logistical measures put in place to ensure the safety and smooth movement of pilgrims.

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