The ongoing pilgrimage to the holy shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi has been temporarily suspended following heavy and continuous rainfall in the region since late last night. According to officials from the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), the Himkoti route was the first to be closed after rainfall intensified. As the weather failed to improve, the board made a decision to suspend the entire yatra for a few hours.
