The Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra has also been temporarily suspended amid persistent bad weather and forecasts of heavy rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir. The administration announced that the pilgrimage has been halted from today (July 19) in the interest of pilgrim safety. Earlier, the Amarnath Yatra was also suspended due to adverse weather conditions.Yatra suspended in interest of public safety
Confirming the suspension of the Vaishno Devi Yatra, an official spokesperson in Jammu said that the decision was taken as a precaution following forecasts indicating unfavourable weather conditions in the region and that the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage will resume only after weather conditions improve and the route is declared safe for devotees. "In view of the inclement weather advisory issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra shall remain temporarily suspended as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of pilgrims," the official said.

He further advised devotees to cooperate with the authorities and avoid undertaking the pilgrimage until further orders.

Pilgrims are requested to remain updated through official communication channels for the latest information regarding the resumption of the Vaishno Devi Yatra, the spokesperson added.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast moderate to widespread rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir from July 19 to July 23.