JAMMU, Jul 7: Women volunteers took charge of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra Bhandara being organised by the Akhil Bharatiya Dharam Prachar Sewa Samiti at Jammu Railway Station on the sixth day of the community service initiative, highlighting the spirit of devotion and selfless service during the annual pilgrimage.
The Samiti has been organising the Bhandara since July 2, 2026, providing free, hygienic and nutritious meals to thousands of pilgrims arriving from different parts of the country for the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The Langar operates round the clock and reflects the organisation’s commitment to public service and humanitarian values.
The day’s Bhandara was inaugurated by Swami Ishwar Chander Ji Maharaj from Madhya Pradesh in the presence of Sunil Sharma, National Co-ordinator of the Akhil Bharatiya Dharam Prachar Sewa Samiti. Addressing the gathering, Swami Ishwar Chander Ji Maharaj appreciated the dedicated efforts of the volunteers for serving pilgrims with devotion and ensuring quality food for yatris travelling from across India and abroad.
Speaking on the occasion, National Co-ordinator Sunil Sharma said that on the sixth day of the Bhandara, women volunteers assumed complete responsibility for managing the Langar, demonstrating their active participation in the service of devotees. He said a large number of pilgrims visited the Bhandara and appreciated the Samiti’s continuous arrangements for serving wholesome meals day and night in accordance with the teachings of Brahmgyani Guruji.
He informed that pilgrims are being served hygienic, nutritious and easily digestible sattvic food throughout the Yatra period. Special arrangements have also been made for devotees observing fasts on Ekadashi and other important religious occasions, ensuring that their dietary requirements are adequately met.
Raman Sharma said that under the guidance of Sunil Sharma, the Samiti has constituted a dedicated team of volunteers to provide uninterrupted service to pilgrims throughout the Yatra. He added that volunteers are working in shifts to ensure that every yatri receives food and assistance without inconvenience.
Among those who participated in the Bhandara were Vishal Sharma, Amrit Bhivani, Raman Kumar, Khushi Gupta, Sudha Gupta, Rani Gupta, Rekha Gupta, Seema Gupta, Ravi Gupta, Saket Gupta, Lalita Tibhe, Kavita Pohre, Ramesh Sharma, Ajay Bhalla, Vikram Sharma, Raja Mankotia, Anil Kumar, Shivam Bakshi, Swatantar Bakshi, Tarachand, and several other volunteers. The organisers reaffirmed their commitment to continuing the community service throughout the duration of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra.