SRINAGAR: The Amarnath Yatra was suspended on the Baltal route on Friday due to adverse weather and ongoing repair work on the track, officials said.
No pilgrims were permitted to proceed towards the holy cave shrine from Baltal as heavy rain affected the area and repair work continued along the route.
The pilgrimage had already been suspended on the Pahalgam route to facilitate necessary repairs.
Heavy rainfall lashed Baltal on Thursday night, triggering a minor flash flood at one location. Officials said there was no loss of life or damage to property.
The annual pilgrimage began on July 3, and around 4.5 lakh devotees have so far visited the cave shrine, where the naturally formed ice lingam is located.
