Overview

• A ceremonial flag-off this morning launched the 32-kilometre pilgrimage from Tolipavancha, drawing thousands of participants
• Authorities have halted all traffic between Hanumanthuwaka and Adivivaram junctions until July 10 and diverted long-distance buses through Anandapuram, Pendurthi and Sabbavaram
• Fifty shuttle buses are ferrying pilgrims between the foothill and hilltop alongside 150 special RTC services operating from major city hubs until July 10
• The Health Department has activated 34 medical camps plus 18 ambulances along the circuit to provide free emergency care
• GVMC has mobilised nearly 3,000 sanitation workers and installed rest arenas staffed with medics to maintain cleanliness and safety