Srinagar, July 18 :
The Shri Amarnathji Yatra will remain temporarily suspended from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes from Sunday, July 19, following an adverse weather forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), authorities said on Saturday.
According to a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of pilgrims.
“In view of the forecast of inclement weather over the next few days and considering the safety and well-being of the pilgrims, the Shri Amarnathji Yatra shall remain temporarily suspended from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes with effect from July 19, 2026,” the statement said.
Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, said that no onward movement of pilgrims will be allowed from the Baltal and Nunwan/Chandanwari base camps from Sunday.
The statement added that the Yatra will resume only after a comprehensive assessment of weather conditions and confirmation that the routes are safe for pilgrims. Fresh updates regarding the resumption of the pilgrimage will be issued in due course.
Authorities further said that more than 3.70 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance at the Holy Cave Shrine since the commencement of the ongoing Shri Amarnathji Yatra—(KNO)