Shri Amarnathji Yatra Suspended; Chota Amarnath Yatra On Anvil

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Heavy rains force suspension of pilgrimage on Baltal and Pahalgam routes; Bandipora administration reviews arrangements for August 9 Chota Amarnath Yatra

By TRH State Desk

SRINAGAR, August 2, 2025 — In a significant development, the Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2025 has been suspended from August 3 onwards due to heavy rainfall and urgent repair needs on both pilgrimage routes — Baltal and Pahalgam. The announcement was made by the office of the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, citing concerns over safety and infrastructure stability.

Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri stated: “Due to recent heavy rains, critical repair and maintenance works are required on both the Baltal and Pahalgam routes. With continued deployment of men and machinery from tomorrow, the Yatra cannot resume. The pilgrimage is therefore suspended from August 3.”

The annual Amarnath Yatra saw over 4.10 lakh pilgrims offering prayers at the sacred cave shrine this year before the suspension.

Maha Dynashwar (Chota Amarnath) Yatra Preparations Reviewed

Meanwhile, in Bandipora, preparations are in full swing for the Maha Dynashwar (Chota Amarnath) Yatra 2025, scheduled for August 9. The pilgrimage covers a 15-kilometer route via Arin-Dardpora-Shampthan, culminating at the revered Chota Amarnath Cave.

Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, chaired a high-level meeting on Friday to assess and coordinate logistical and safety arrangements.

Key directives from the DC included:

Health Department to establish medical camps and conduct pre-departure health screenings.
Police and security forces to ensure adequate deployment and crowd control.
Communication teams to enable real-time information flow and emergency response.
Installation of solar-powered lighting systems along the route to enhance night-time visibility and pilgrim safety.

Qadri emphasized the importance of inter-departmental coordination and reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to ensuring a safe, hygienic, and well-managed Yatra.

“No compromise will be made on the safety and comfort of the devotees,” he assured. The meeting was attended by senior officers from the district administration, 14 Rashtriya Rifles, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and representatives of civil society and local communities.

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