Amarnath and Vaishno Devi Yatras Suspended from July 19 Due to Weather Warning

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir announced on Saturday that both the Amarnath and Mata Vaishno Devi Yatras will be temporarily suspended from July 19, 2026, as a precautionary measure against inclement weather forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Kashmir Divisional Commissioner Anshul Garg stated that the Amarnath Yatra will remain suspended from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes. No onward movement will be permitted from the Baltal and Nunwan/Chandanwari base camps in the Kashmir region, and no pilgrim convoys will be allowed to proceed from Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu.

“Updates regarding the resumption of the Yatra shall be issued in due course of time after ensuring route safety and comprehensive assessment of the weather conditions,” Garg said.

So far, over 3.76 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance at the holy cave shrine during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra.

Similarly, an official spokesperson for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board confirmed the suspension of the Vaishno Devi Yatra, citing the IMD advisory. The decision was taken in the interest of public safety following forecasts indicating unfavourable weather conditions in the region.

“Devotees are advised to cooperate with the authorities and avoid undertaking the pilgrimage until further orders,” the spokesperson said.

The weatherman has predicted moderate to widespread rainfall from July 19 to 23 across Jammu and Kashmir. Pilgrims are requested to remain updated through official communication channels for the latest information regarding the resumption of both Yatras.