# Amarnath Yatra Suspended from August 9 Due to Track Work, Weather

2026-08-08T17:55:01+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

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The 57-day Amarnath Yatra, which began on July 3, will be suspended from both routes starting August 9. Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg said repairs by the Border Roads Organisation on vulnerable stretches and adverse weather forecasts from the IMD necessitated the halt. More than 4.8 lakh pilgrims have performed darshan so far. However, NDTV reports that the suspension also follows a sharp decline in pilgrim arrivals. The yatra will formally conclude with the Chadi Mubarak event on August 28.

## Coverage

- greaterkashmir.com <https://www.greaterkashmir.com/kashmir/amarnath-yatra-to-remain-suspended-from-august-9-div-com-kashmir-12242665>
- ndtv.com <https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/amarnath-yatra-suspended-due-to-low-footfall-amid-adverse-weather-advisory-11884601>

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