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Faith Triumphs Over Fear
7/31/2025 11:36:08 PM
Despite April 22 Pahalgam terror attack casting a shadow over Amarnath Yatra, more than 4 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance at the holy cave shrine since July 3, when the pilgrimage commenced. The 38-day yatra will end on August 9 coinciding with Raksha Bandhan.
Despite witnessing several cancellations and withdrawals following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which left 26 civilians, mostly tourists, dead the Yatra has continued and faith has won over fear.
Prior to the Pahalgam terror attack more than 2.36 lakh pilgrims had registered, however there was a noticeable drop in registrations after the attack. The trend reversed after armed forces carried out ‘Operation Sindoor’ and destroyed nine terrorist headquarters deep inside Pakistan and PoK within 22 minutes.
Following ‘Operation Sindoor’ Pakistan retaliated by carrying out drone attacks and shelling along the Line of Control but it had to pay a heavy price for its misadventure as Indian armed forces made its all major airbases defunct, demonstrating once again that the country will not tolerate aggression or threats to its sovereignty. After the neighbouring country suffered massive losses, Pakistan DGMO reached out to his Indian counterpart and requested for a ceasefire, which holds good till date.
The precision and efficiency of the operation sent a strong message to those attempting to destabilize peace in the region. Faith, backed by forceful action, triumphed over terror.
More than just a spiritual journey, the Amarnath Yatra has become a symbol of India’s collective resilience. It is a journey of devotion, yes, but also of defiance—defiance against the forces that seek to divide, harm, and weaken the nation.
That over 4 lakh pilgrims have braved the odds to complete their pilgrimage is a testament to the deep-rooted faith of the people and the unmatched dedication of the security personnel who have worked tirelessly to ensure their safety.
As the Yatra approaches its culmination on August 9, the message is loud and clear: India will not bow to fear. The success of the Amarnath Yatra amid adversity is not just a spiritual victory but also a national one. Faith has indeed triumphed over fear, and unity has prevailed over terror.
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