The monsoon assessments, carried out on July 8 and 9, aim to identify vulnerabilities in drainage, mobility, sanitation and public infrastructure so that corrective measures can be implemented well before the mega religious gathering

The Amarnath Yatra 2026 will begin on July 3, with pilgrims arriving in Jammu for on-the-spot registration. The Shri Amarnath Shrine Board has strengthened security and logistical arrangements, while the 57-day pilgrimage will continue until August 28 via the Pahalgam and Baltal routes