Over 4.5 lakh pilgrims visited the Amarnath cave during this year s yatra, with notable figures such as Saina Nehwal and Sara Ali Khan making the journey. The Jammu Chamber of Commerce and Industry called for a Jammu bandh in protest against the Sarore toll plaza and pre-paid electricity smart meters. The National Conference warned that Jammu and Kashmir should be cautious of similar catastrophic events as seen in Himachal Pradesh due to excessive rainfall and landslides. In Poonch district, a man was electrocuted and five others were injured after coming into contact with a live wire. Additionally, a property in Bandipora estate was attached as proceeds of terrorism under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Finally, the second edition of the Himalayan Film Festival will be held in Leh from September 29 to October 3 to showcase films from local filmmakers in the Himalayan states and UTs.
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