The Amarnath pilgrimage continues without incident as authorities report successful completion of its first three weeks. More than 360,000 worshippers have visited the sacred cave since the journey began on July 3, with over 360,000 having made the pilgrimage during this period. Officials confirm that 2,324 additional pilgrims departed Saturday morning from Bhagwati Nagar in separate vehicle convoys. The first group of 741 travelers headed toward Baltal base camp at 3:25 AM, while 1,583 others left for Pahalgam at 3:45 AM. Religious ceremonies proceeded as planned when the holy mace visited the Sharika-Bhawani temple on Friday.
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