Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra Postponed Again Amid Incessant Rains

JAMMU, Sept 13: The much-awaited resumption of the Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage, earlier scheduled for Sunday after being suspended for 19 days, has been postponed yet again due to incessant rains, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board announced on Saturday.

Background

The pilgrimage was initially suspended on August 26, just hours before a major landslide struck the route to the shrine, claiming the lives of 34 pilgrims and injuring 20 others. Authorities had recently announced that the yatra would resume on September 14, but the deteriorating weather has forced fresh postponement.

Official Statement

“Due to incessant rain at Bhawan and the track, commencement of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra scheduled from September 14 stands postponed till further orders. Devotees are requested to stay updated through official communication channels,” — Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board.

Devotee Advisory

The Shrine Board has urged pilgrims to avoid travel until fresh advisories are issued. The resumption date will be communicated only after the weather stabilises and safety on the route is ensured.

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