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Amarnath Yatra Suspended from August 3 Due to Heavy Rains and Track Repairs

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:Due to recent heavy rainfall and the need for track maintenance along both the Baltal and Pahalgam axes of the Shri Amarnathji Yatra route, the Yatra movement has been closed on both the tracks.

Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, stated, “Due to the recent heavy rains, critical repair and maintenance works are required on both the Baltal and Pahalgam routes.

It has been observed that due to continued deployment of men and machinery on the tracks from tomorrow, we would not be able to resume yatra. The Yatra will therefore remain suspended from 3rd August onwards from both the routes.”
More than 4.10 lakh yatris paid obeisance at the Holy Cave of Shri Amarnathji this year.

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Amarnath Yatra Resumes via Baltal Route, Suspended from Jammu Due to Rain

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The Amarnath Yatra resumed from the Baltal axis in the Kashmir valley on Thursday but was suspended from Jammu due to inclement weather conditions.

No fresh batch of pilgrims was allowed to proceed from Jammu to the cave shrine in the South Kashmir Himalayas this morning, officials said.

In view of maintenance works on the Pahalgam axis of the Amarnath Yatra route following the rains, the yatra will continue only through the Baltal axis.

Torrential rains in Kashmir had rendered the roads unsafe, following which the pilgrimage was suspended on both the Baltal and Pahalgam routes on Wednesday.

“The yatra resumed this morning from the Baltal route,” an official said, adding, “In view of maintenance works required to be carried out on the Pahalgam axis of Amarnath Yatra route following the recent rains, the yatra shall continue only through Baltal axis.”

The official said that no convoy movement would be allowed towards the Baltal and Nunwan base camps from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Thursday.

Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, Ramesh Kumar said that due to heavy rains in the yatra area, the movement of pilgrims from base camps in Kashmir has been affected.

“Therefore, it was decided that no convoy movement shall be allowed towards the base camps at Baltal and Nunwan from Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu on July 31,” he said.

The pilgrims are housed in the high-security Bhagwati Nagar base camp for their further journey to the twin base camps of Pahalgam and Baltal on Friday.

This is the second time the yatra has been suspended from Jammu. On July 17, the yatra was suspended due to heavy rains at the twin base camps in Kashmir.

Over 3.93 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance at the ice lingam of Lord Shiva at the 3,880-metre high cave shrine since the 38-day pilgrimage commenced on July 3 from the Valley.

A total of 1,44,124 pilgrims have departed from the Jammu base camp for the Valley since July 2, when Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch.

Last year, over 5.10 lakh pilgrims paid obeisance at the cave shrine.

The pilgrimage is scheduled to end on August 9, coinciding with the Raksha Bandhan festival.–(PTI)

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Amarnath Yatra Suspended from Baltal and Pahalgam Routes Amid Heavy Rainfall in Kashmir

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The annual Shri Amarnathji Yatra was suspended on Wednesday from both Pahalgam and Baltal base camps following heavy rainfall in the region.

Officials said the decision was taken in view of continuous downpour since early morning, which has made the trekking routes unsafe for movement.

Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, informed that the Yatra was not allowed to proceed from either the Baltal route or the Nunwan-Chandanwari track due to inclement weather and safety concerns.

So far, over 3.93 lakh pilgrims have performed darshan at the holy cave shrine since the commencement of the Yatra in June.(KNS).

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Indian Railways Launches 4 Special Trains from Jabalpur to Katra for Amarnath Yatra 2025

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  In a significant move to ease travel for pilgrims during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra 2025, the Indian Railways has announced the operation of four special trains between Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh and Shri Mata VaishnoDevi Katra in Jammu and Kashmir.

Chief Public Relations Officer Northern Railways, HimanshuShekhar Upadhyay said that the decision to operate these special trains is aimed at ensuring hassle-free travel for Amarnath Yatrapilgrims. The Railways is fully committed to supporting the movement of yatris and providing them with safe, comfortable, and reliable services during the holy season, he said.

CPRO said that these trains are aimed at clearing the extra rush of passengers heading towards the holy cave shrine of Amarnathas well as the revered Vaishno Devi temple.

These Amarnath Yatra Special trains will pass through several key cities and junctions including Katni, Damoh, Saugor, Jhansi, Gwalior, Agra Cantt, Mathura, Alwar, Rohtak, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Pathankot, Jammu Tawi, and finally terminate at ShriMata Vaishno Devi Katra.

According to officials, two special trains will depart from Jabalpur on August 4 and August 11 (Mondays), while the return services from Katra are scheduled for August 5 and August 12 (Tuesdays).

The special trains Train No. 01707 and Train No. 01708—will connect key stations across multiple states including Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir. Major halts include Katni, Saugor, Jhansi, Gwalior, Agra Cantt, Mathura, Alwar, Rohtak, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Pathankot, Jammu Tawi, and finally Katra.

Officials said that this initiative is part of the broader effort to promote religious tourism and support the spiritual journey of thousands of devotees participating in the annual yatra. The trains will be equipped with basic amenities to ensure a comfortable and safe journey for passengers.

Officials have urged travelers to book their tickets well in advance through authorized railway platforms and stay informed about schedules and updates through official channels.

Over 3.52 lakh devotees have undertaken the ongoing AmarnathYatra till Friday, as another batch of pilgrims departed for the Kashmir Valley on Friday, officials said.

On Thursday, ‘Chhari Mubarak’ (Lord Shiva’s Holy Mace) was taken to the historic Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar for the customary puja, performed on the occasion of ‘HaryaliAmavasya’ (Shravan Amavasya) by a group of sadhus led by Mahant Deependra Giri. This ritual is a part of the age-old tradition associated with the annual pilgrimage.

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Speeding Truck Rams Amarnath Pilgrims’ Car in Udhampur, 8 Injured; Driver Booked for Negligent Driving

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On July 18, 2025, a tragic accident occurred near Battal Ballian in Udhampur district, Jammu and Kashmir, when a speeding truck (PB65AV-9318) broke through a barricade and collided with an Innova car (UP81BN-3701) carrying Amarnath Yatra pilgrims. The car, part of the 16th batch of over 7,908 pilgrims heading to the Pahalgam base camp, was struck at around 6:13 AM. Reports vary on the number of injured, with some sources stating five pilgrims were hurt, while others report eight. Five pilgrims sustained moderate to serious injuries and were rushed to the Government Medical College (GMC) Associated Hospital in Udhampur for treatment, where their condition was reported as stable. Three others suffered minor injuries and received first aid at the scene.

The truck, after hitting the car, jumped the divider and crashed into a nearby house wall. The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel were present at the barricade during the incident, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) facilitated the transfer of the injured to the hospital. Police have registered a case, seized the truck, and are investigating further, with the driver, identified as William from Gurdaspur, Punjab, allegedly responsible due to negligent driving.

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MP Devotee Yashwant Walks 3,200 Km in 4 Months to Reach Amarnath, Carries Flag and 25-Kg Backpack

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A devotee named Yashwant from Madhya Pradesh walked approximately 3,200 kilometers to reach the Amarnath Cave in South Kashmir, carrying a religious flag and a 25-kg backpack. His journey, which took four months, began in Madhya Pradesh and passed through holy cities such as Ayodhya, Haridwar, and various Jyotirling temples.

Yashwant chose to travel on foot to experience and understand different people and cultures, expressing a desire for his religion and country to progress. He faced no major issues during his journey and noted the warm hospitality he received along the way. He planned to proceed to the Amarnath Cave via the Baltal route.

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Amarnath Yatra Resumes After Weather Halt; Over 2.56 Lakh Pilgrims Perform Darshan in 15 Days

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After remaining suspended for a day due to inclement weather and slippery track conditions, the Amarnath Yatra resumed on Friday morning on both the Baltal and Pahalgam routes, officials told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO)

They said hundreds of pilgrims were allowed to proceed towards the holy cave shrine, nestled in Himalayas, for darshan.

Pertinently, no pilgrim was allowed to move from either of the twin base camps towards the cave shrine on Thursday as a precautionary measure.

“Continuous rainfall had triggered landslides and rendered the trekking paths unsafe, prompting authorities to temporarily halt the pilgrimage.
Restoration work was immediately undertaken to repair the affected stretches and ensure the safety of pilgrims,” an official said, adding that rescue teams and the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) worked tirelessly to make the tracks travel-worthy.

With improved weather conditions and clearance from the concerned agencies, the yatra resumed today from both the Nunwan (Pahalgam) and Baltal base camps this morning, the officials added.

According to official figures, over 2.56 lakh pilgrims have performed darshan of the naturally formed Ice Lingam at the holy cave shrine during the first 15 days of this year’s yatra.

Meanwhile, the 16th batch of 7,908 Amarnath Yatris left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Friday morning amid tight security arrangements.Officials said the pilgrims departed in a convoy of 261 vehicles, heading towards the twin base camps.

The batch comprised 5,957 males, 1,613 females, 26 children, 290 sadhus, and 22 sadhvis.The convoy included 170 buses, 22 medium motor vehicles (MMVs) and 69 light motor vehicles (LMVs)—(KNO)

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SSP Ganderbal  Khalil Ahmad Poswal Refutes Death Rumours After Minor Landslide on Amarnath Yatra Route

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Amid widespread speculation and circulating reports, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ganderbal, Khalil Ahmad Poswal, has dismissed claims of any pilgrim losing their life in the minor landslide that occurred at Rail Pathri along the Amarnath Yatra route.

“No pilgrim died due to the landslide,” SSP Poswal said. “The landslide at Rail Pathri was minor, but a video filmed from close range made it look more serious than it actually was.”

Following continuous rainfall over the past two days, the Amarnath Yatra was temporarily suspended from both Baltal and Pahalgam routes as a safety measure.The Border Roads Organization (BRO) swiftly deployed men and machinery to clear the route and restore movement for the yatris.

Clarifying confusion about a death reported earlier, SSP Poswal confirmed that a woman pilgrim did pass away, but her death was unrelated to the landslide.

“She was hit by a stone while on her way to the holy cave. It was an unfortunate and separate incident,” he said.(KNS) 

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Indian Army Rescues Over 3,500 Stranded Pilgrims Amid Landslide During Amarnath Yatra

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Amidst continuing inclement weather in the higher reaches of Jammu & Kashmir, the Indian Army has once again displayed its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the lives of Amarnath Yatris.

On the evening of July 16, at approximately 7:15 PM, persistent rainfall triggered a landslide at Z Morh, between Rayalpathri and Brarimarg, resulting in the halting of Yatra movement and stranding a large number of pilgrims.

In immediate response, the Army detachment deployed at Brarimarg swung into action. Around 500 Yatris stranded in the area were accommodated in tents and provided with tea and drinking water.

Additionally, another 3,000 pilgrims found refuge in langars located between Brarimarg and Z Morh, which offered essential shelter and sustenance.
A particularly critical case involved a sick Yatri stranded between two landslide-prone zones at Rayalpathri. Indian Army Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) undertook a challenging manual stretcher evacuation under adverse weather conditions and safely transported the patient to Rayalpathri, from where an ambulance moved the individual for further medical care.

Camp Director at Brarimarg and the Company Commander of the Indian Army are present at the site and have assessed the situation as stable and under control. Efforts continue to ensure the safety and well-being of all Yatris in the area.

The weather at both Rayalpathri and Brarimarg is reported as lightly raining, and the Army remains on high alert to respond to any evolving situation.

These prompt actions are yet another testament to the Indian Army’s professionalism, dedication, and humanitarian commitment during Amarnath Yatra 2025, standing shoulder to shoulder with every pilgrim through every challenge. (ANI)

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Amarnath Yatra Halted After Landslide Kills Woman Pilgrim, Injures Three Others on Baltal Route

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A woman pilgrim lost her life while three others sustained injuries in a landslide along Baltal route of Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ganderbal district while authorities have suspended the Yatra temporarily due to safety concerns, officials said.

Officials told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the landslide occurred at Z-mode, near Upper Railpathri, sweeping several pilgrims downhill along the Baltal axis, leading to the holy cave.

The injured were rushed to the Baltal base camp hospital, where a woman was declared dead on the arrival.

The deceased has been identified as Sona Bhai, wife of Dara Ram, a resident of Rajasthan.

Meanwhile, the authorities said that no fresh batch of pilgrims will be allowed to proceed from Jammu towards the holy cave today.

The decision was taken in view of landslides and heavy rainfall along the Yatra route—(KNO)