Amarnath Yatra Resumes Amidst Challenge of Heavy Rains - Balancing Faith and Safety

The Amarnath Yatra has resumed via the Baltal route after suspension due to heavy rains, though the Pahalgam route remains closed for urgent repairs. Despite weather challenges, over 393,000 pilgrims have completed the pilgrimage to the holy cave, a journey that started on July 3 and ends on August 9.

The Amarnath Yatra resumed from the Baltal axis on Thursday, following a weather-induced suspension, according to official sources.

The pilgrimage, however, remains halted from the Pahalgam axis to carry out vital maintenance after torrential rains rendered the roads unsafe, authorities stated.

To date, the holy cave has received over 3.93 lakh devotees since the annual event began on July 3, with it set to conclude on August 9.

(With inputs from agencies.)