JK Hoteliers’ Club Welcomes Amarnath Pilgrims with Message of Warm Hospitality

Srinagar — As the annual Amarnath Yatra gathers momentum, Mushtaq Ahmad Chaya, Chairman of the Jammu & Kashmir Hoteliers Club (JKHC), has extended a heartfelt welcome to all pilgrims arriving in the region, promising a safe, comfortable, and spiritually enriching experience for every visitor.

In a statement issued Tuesday to Ziraat Times, Chaya described the pilgrimage as more than a religious tradition — calling it a “soul-stirring embodiment of Kashmir’s timeless heritage and a celebration of communal harmony.”

Chaya assured that the hospitality sector across Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in the Kashmir Valley, is fully geared to host the influx of devotees with “unparalleled zeal, safety, and devotion.” He added that hotels and accommodations across the region have been upgraded and equipped to serve as secure and welcoming sanctuaries for the yatris.

“Our teams have mobilized with extraordinary commitment,” Chaya said, “ensuring that every aspect of the pilgrimage—lodging, transport, assistance and safety—is meticulously planned and flawlessly executed.”

He emphasized that JKHC, along with its member establishments, has implemented rigorous safety protocols, round-the-clock support services, and enhanced guest experiences to ensure that pilgrims not only feel welcomed, but also deeply cared for.

In his message, Chaya also called upon the hospitality industry, local communities, service providers, and the civil administration to work in coordination to uphold Jammu and Kashmir’s image as a destination of peace, unity, and spiritual sanctity.

“This Yatra is a collective responsibility and a shared honour,” he noted, urging every stakeholder to contribute to the spirit of interfaith harmony and cultural hospitality that the pilgrimage represents.

The Amarnath Yatra, which attracts thousands of pilgrims annually to the sacred cave shrine nestled in the Himalayas, is considered one of the most significant spiritual journeys in Hinduism. Over the years, it has also emerged as a symbol of resilience and unity, often drawing admiration for the cooperation between the region’s Muslim-majority communities and the Hindu pilgrims they help serve.

Reiterating the region’s legacy of shared culture and warmth, Chaya concluded:
“With immense pride and deep reverence, I once again welcome all yatris to our land of divine beauty and spiritual solace. May your pilgrimage be blessed, safe, and filled with profound joy.”