Chota Amarnath Yatra begins in Kashmir’s Bandipora; recalls pre-1990s spirit of brotherhood

Aug 28, 2026

The Chota Amarnath Yatra was flagged off from Kaloosa in Bandipora, Kashmir, with around 108 pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of India taking part. The 15-km trek will lead devotees through Arin Dardpora and Shamthan to the holy cave in the dense forests of Arin. Organiser Opender Krishan Koul recalled Kashmir’s pre-1990s spirit of brotherhood and appealed to devotees to return and participate in the pilgrimage.