The journey to the holy Mata Vaishno Devi shrine has been delayed once again, as it was also supposed to resume on Sunday, September 14. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) made the announcement on Saturday, due to constant rainfall and safety of pilgrims.
Jai Mata Di!
Due to incessant rain at Bhawan & the track, commencement of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra scheduled from 14th Sept stands postponed till further order. Devotees are requested to stay updated through official communication channels. @OfficeOfLGJandK @diprjk
— Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (@OfficialSMVDSB) September 13, 2025
The pilgrimage was suspended for more than two weeks after the August 26 landslide, which caused widespread destruction. The shrine board had earlier stated that the yatra would be resumed depending on the weather conditions. The recent rains have now compelled authorities to postpone the pilgrimage until further notice.
Long Suspension After Fatal Landslide
The sacred pilgrimage was temporarily put on hold following a massive landslide on August 26 that killed 34 and injured 20 others. The accident occurred near the Inderprastha Bhojnalaya at Adhkuwari, midway through the 12-kilometer walk from Katra to the sacred cave.
There were doubts raised why the yatra was not halted earlier in view of the weather advisories. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who is also the SMVDSB chairman, said that the yatra had been halted prior to the cloudburst on the track at Adhkuwari. Extensive repair and maintenance works on the track have been carried out by the Shrine Board subsequently.
Devotees Directed To Wait For Further News
In a public release, the Shrine Board appealed to the devotees who intend to embark on the pilgrimage to remain updated through official channels of communication. The board assured that the authorities are keeping a close watch on the matter and took a call to postpone the yatra to secure the safety and security of all the pilgrims. The board has appealed to the patience and cooperation of all the pilgrims at this difficult time.
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