Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Yatras Suspended Due to Adverse Weather
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra and the Shri Amarnathji Yatra have been suspended due to bad weather in Jammu and Kashmir.
Authorities have asked pilgrims to avoid traveling until further notice.
Over 3.7 lakh pilgrims have already visited the Holy Cave Shrine during the ongoing Shri Amarnathji Yatra, which started on July 3 and was supposed to end on August 28.
The suspension is a precautionary measure to keep everyone safe.
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra and Shri Amarnathji Yatra suspended due to adverse weather.
Suspension effective from Sunday, affecting both Pahalgam and Baltal routes.
Authorities advise pilgrims to avoid travel until further notice.
Over 3.7 lakh pilgrims have visited the Holy Cave Shrine during the ongoing Shri Amarnathji Yatra.
Yatra was scheduled to end on August 28, coinciding with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan festivals.
- Who
- Pilgrims and authorities in Jammu and Kashmir
- What
- Suspension of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra and Shri Amarnathji Yatra
- When
- Effective from Sunday
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- Adverse weather conditions and safety concerns
Pilgrimage Safety
Pilgrimage Continuation
Safety Measures
Pilgrimage Safety
Suspension ensures pilgrim safety during adverse weather.
Pilgrimage Continuation
Continuing the yatra could allow devotees to complete their pilgrimage.
- Yatras Suspended
- Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra and Shri Amarnathji Yatra
- Reason for Suspension
- Adverse weather conditions
- Affected Routes
- Pahalgam and Baltal routes
- Pilgrims Affected
- More than 3.7 lakh pilgrims
- Yatra Duration
- July 3 to August 28