New Batch of Pilgrims Depart for Amarnath Yatra Amid Improved Conditions

A new batch of 964 pilgrims has embarked on the Amarnath Yatra from Jammu, marking the smallest group this year. Following the restoration of traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, the pilgrimage continues smoothly. With this latest group, the total number of pilgrims this year has reached over 141,000. The annual journey, which lasts for 57 days, is set to conclude on August 28. Read on to learn more about the ongoing pilgrimage and the conditions affecting it.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 4, 2026, 13:47 IST

Departure of Pilgrims for Amarnath Yatra

On August 4, a fresh group of 964 devotees set off early Tuesday from the base camp in Jammu for the sacred Amarnath cave, marking the 57-day annual pilgrimage. According to officials, this is the smallest group to depart this year. They noted that after several hours of closure due to slippery roads and debris removal efforts, traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway has been restored, allowing the pilgrimage to proceed smoothly.

The group left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp around 3 AM in 39 vehicles, heading towards the Baltal route. With this latest departure, the total number of pilgrims who have embarked on the Amarnath Yatra from the Jammu base camp this year has reached 141,712. Officials reported that on Monday, 1,056 pilgrims set out for the journey, while 3,886 had departed on Sunday.

The annual Amarnath Yatra, which lasts for 57 days, is scheduled to conclude on August 28.