Katra, Sept. 4 -- The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra continued to remain suspended for the 10th consecutive day due to persistent adverse weather conditions and repeated incidents of landslides along the pilgrimage route.

Continuous heavy rainfall has triggered flash floods and slope destabilisation, posing serious risks to the safety of pilgrims.

Authorities informed that restoration work is underway, with teams from the Shrine Board, NDRF, SDRF, and local administration working around the clock to clear debris and stabilise vulnerable stretches. However, in the interest of public safety, the Yatra will remain on hold until conditions improve, and the route is declared safe.

District officials have urged devotees to cooperate with the t...