Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Amarnath Yatra suspended due to adverse weather
The Amarnath Yatra, a pilgrimage to the holy cave of Shri Amarnath Ji in Jammu and Kashmir, has been suspended for the fourth consecutive day due to bad weather.
Heavy rain, flash floods, and cloudbursts have made it unsafe for pilgrims to continue their journey.
The suspension affects not only the Amarnath Yatra but also other religious Yatras like Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra, Shiv Khori Yatra, and Machail Mata Yatra.
Pilgrims are advised to stay in transit camps and base camps until the weather improves.
The Indian Meteorological Department has forecasted inclement weather until July 24.
Despite the suspension, some pilgrims have left for their home states, while others are waiting for the weather to clear to continue their journey.
Amarnath Yatra suspended for the fourth consecutive day due to adverse weather.
All religious Yatras in Jammu and Kashmir, including Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra, Shiv Khori Yatra, and Machail Mata Yatra, are suspended.
Pilgrims are advised to stay in transit camps and base camps until the weather improves.
Approximately 6,000 pilgrims are stranded in Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas and adjoining Asha Ram Bapu Ashram.
The Indian Meteorological Department has forecasted inclement weather until July 24.
- Who
- Pilgrims and authorities in Jammu and Kashmir
- What
- Suspension of Amarnath Yatra and other religious Yatras
- When
- July 18 to July 24
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Why
- Due to adverse weather conditions including heavy rain, flash floods, and cloudbursts
Pilgrims' Safety
Yatra Continuation
Safety Concerns
Pilgrims' Safety
The suspension is necessary to ensure the safety of pilgrims due to heavy rain, flash floods, and cloudbursts.
Yatra Continuation
Some pilgrims may be eager to continue their journey despite the weather conditions.
- Date of Suspension
- July 18
- Reason for Suspension
- Heavy rain, flash floods, and cloudbursts
- Number of Pilgrims Stranded
- Approximately 6,000 in Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas and adjoining Asha Ram Bapu Ashram
- Forecast Duration
- July 19 to July 24
- Total Pilgrims Visited
- 3.91 lakh in the last 21 days
- Yatra Duration
- 57 days, culminating on August 28