In Jammu and Kashmir, the pilgrimage to the holy shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi (SMVD) atop Trikuta Hills in Reasi district remained suspended for the 15th consecutive day today following adverse weather conditions and multiple landslides in the region since August 26th.
Akashvani Correspondent reports that persistent rainfall has triggered landslides, blocking tracks leading to the shrine and making movement unsafe for pilgrims.
The connectivity has been further disrupted as the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway remains blocked at several points due to landslides and road damage. Restoration work is underway on priority to clear debris and secure the routes.
The yatra will only resume once weather conditions improve and the tracks are declared safe.
The prolonged suspension has disappointed devotees and caused hardship to local businesses dependent on the pilgrimage.
The administration has appealed to pilgrims to remain patient and avoid unnecessary travel towards the shrine until further notice.
The yatra was suspended after a massive landslide on August 26th hit the Yatra route near Indraprastha Bhojnalaya at Adhkuwari, about halfway along the 12-kilometre trek from Katra to the shrine.
