The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) on Monday announced the temporary suspension of the Vaishno Devi Yatra in view of an adverse weather forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Water rafting on the Chenab River in Reasi resumed after a long suspension of almost six months on Monday. River rafting was halted due to adverse weather conditions in the region, as continuous rainfall had increased the water level of the river, causing a flood-like situation.
As per an official statement from Air India, "Flight AI314 (Delhi-Hong Kong, 23 Sept) and AI315 (Hong Kong-Delhi, 24 Sept) stand cancelled due to the adverse weather forecast from Typhoon Ragasa in Hong Kong.
The Yatra was scheduled to resume today, but due to incessant rain at Bhawan and the track, the commencement of the Vaishno Devi Yatra stands postponed till further orders.
The pilgrimage to the holy shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi was suspended for 14 days in a row due to adverse weather conditions and multiple landslides in the region.
Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra continued to remain suspended for the 12th consecutive day on Saturday due to persistent adverse weather conditions and incidents of landslides along the pilgrimage route.
Speaking to reporters in Shimla on Tuesday, CM Sukhu said the district administration has been directed to make all necessary arrangements for the air evacuation of pilgrims affected by adverse weather and road disruptions.
Due to heavy rainfall, landslides, cloudbursts, and other adverse weather-related conditions affecting various parts of Himachal Pradesh, the documentation schedule for the HP Police Recruitment 2024 has been rescheduled. The original schedule, set for September 8 and 9, 2025, at Police Line
The Jammu and Kashmir region is currently experiencing adverse weather conditions, characterised by heavy rainfall and landslides, which have significantly disrupted daily life for the local population.
Two flights bound for Shivamogga in Karnataka were diverted to Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) on Wednesday due to adverse weather conditions at Shivamogga Airport (RQY).