Jaipur Man’s Inspiring 12-Year Commitment to Amarnath Yatra Despite Disability

Aqzar Raheel

Ganderbal ,Anand Singh, a resident of Jaipur, has become a symbol of unwavering faith and determination. Despite losing both legs in an accident 22 years ago, Singh has completed the sacred Amarnath Yatra for the 12th time this year, showcasing a remarkable journey of devotion and resilience.

Anand Singh began his pilgrimage to the Amarnath Shrine in 2010, driven by his deep devotion to Lord Shiva. Over the years, he has faced numerous challenges, including the Kedarnath floods in 2013 and the COVID-19 pandemic, which only briefly interrupted his annual journey.

“I lost both my legs in an accident 22 years ago. Since 2010, I have been coming regularly to the Yatra,” Singh recounts. “This is my 12th Amarnath Yatra. I am deeply attached to Baba. I travel on a ‘Palki’ and don’t go on foot.”

Singh relies on a ‘Palki’ (palanquin) carried by porters for most of the trek to the holy cave. His eagerness to seek blessings from Baba Barfani and witness the Sivalingam remains strong. Using dandies (Palki) for more than half of the journey, I remain eager to seek blessings from Baba Barfani by glimpsing the Sivalingam, he says.

Beyond the physical journey, Singh’s outlook on life is a source of inspiration. I look forward to the Yatra every year. I wish for everyone’s happiness. I love my life and don’t see myself as differently-abled,he expresses with a smile.

Anand Singh’s story is a testament to the power of faith and the resilience of the human spirit. His dedication to the Amarnath Yatra, despite his physical challenges, serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration to many.