Heavy Rains Stall Amarnath Yatra: 200 Telugu Devotees Stranded

The Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage has been suspended for a second consecutive day due to heavy rainfall, leaving thousands of devotees stranded at Baltal amidst challenging weather conditions. Approximately 1,500 pilgrims are reported to be marooned in the Panchatarni area, including an estimated 200 Telugu devotees. The sacred journey was halted on both primary routes, Pahalgam and Baltal, as a safety measure. With the persistent downpour, pilgrims have taken shelter at the Baltal and Nunwan base camps. Despite the weather-related challenges, over 80,000 pilgrims have managed to reach the revered shrine thus far. The authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are prepared to ensure the safety of all stranded devotees.