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09/08/2026

Amarnath Yatra Pilgrim Footfall Each Year (1963 & 1980 - 2026)

1963 = 4000*
1980 = 19578
1981 = 26000*
1982 = 25000*
1983 = 21021
1984 = 9483
1985 = 42000*
1986 = 51000*
1987 = 52000*
1988 = 96055
1989 = 95238
1990 = 4824
1991 = 15589
1992 = 54638
1993 = 56000*
1994 = 37000*
1995 = 61045
1996 = 1,20,432
1997 = 79,035
1998 = 1,49,920
1999 = 1,14,366
2000 = 1,73,334
2001 = 1,19,037
2002 = 1,10,793
2003 = 1,53,314
2004 = 4,00,000*
2005 = 3,88,000*
2006 = 3,47,000*
2007 = 2,96,656
2008 = 5,33,368
2009 = 3,92,653
2010 = 4,58,046
2011 = 6,35,611
2012 = 6,21,145
2013 = 3,53,969
2014 = 3,72,909
2015 = 3,52,771
2016 = 2,20,490
2017 = 2,60,003
2018 = 2,85,006
2019 = 3,42,883
2020 = Yatra Canceled (Covid-19 Pandemic)
2021 = Yatra Canceled (Covid-19 Pandemic)
2022 = 3,65,721
2023 = 4,45,338
2024 = 5,12,150
2025 = 4,14,311
2026 = 4,80,000*

* Indicates an Estimate Figure

Data Preparation:

Data Source: MHA, Parliament Reports, Department of Tourism, CRPF Annual Reports, Research Papers, etc.

08/08/2026

The Amarnath Yatra has been suspended with effect from August 9, with adverse weather conditions and a significant decline in pilgrim arrivals cited as the key reasons.

The Yatra witnessed an unprecedented rush during its initial phase, with 4.14 lakh pilgrims paying obeisance at the Holy Cave within the first 18 days, averaging nearly 23,000 pilgrims per day. These were record-breaking numbers, with such a high daily turnout never witnessed before.

At that stage, it appeared that the Yatra could cross the 6.35-lakh mark recorded in 2011, the highest-ever pilgrim turnout in a single season.

However, the scenario changed dramatically after July 21, following multiple landslides, cloudbursts, flood-like situations and some unfortunate incidents across the region.

Only around 66,000 pilgrims arrived during the subsequent 19 days, bringing the overall tally to approximately 4.80 lakh - an average of just 3,474 pilgrims per day during this period.

The final turnout is also lower than the 5.12 lakh pilgrims recorded in 2024, despite the Yatra initially being on course to potentially set a new all-time record.

06/08/2026

Weather Update | Next 7 Days

07 August:
Mostly fine weather is expected. A few areas can record a shower in the early morning hours and towards late afternoon/evening.
Orchard Spraying is suggested in the morning hours.

08 August:
A spell of thundershowers is expected in some parts of Jammu and Kashmir, with the highest chances being in parts of Jammu region and south Kashmir.
Orchard Spraying is risky.

09 - 10 August:
Mostly fine weather is expected. A few areas can record a shower in the early morning hours and towards late afternoon/evening.
Orchard Spraying is suggested in the morning hours.

11 - 13 August:
Increase in rain/thundershower activities is expected from 11 August late afternoon. Models currently project that most places are likely to record at least a spell of rain during the three-day period.
Orchard Spraying remains risky.

Note:
1. The chances of thundershower will be present on all the days. It remains extremely difficult to predict in advance regarding the exact area of impact and its timing. As such, Spraying activities are suggested to be finished before 12 pm on suggested days. Orchard Spraying can be done in installments than all at once.
2. Risk of cloudbursts, flash floods, landslides will remain present on all the days. Although, risk is comparatively lower than the starting days of the month. During the next 7 days, chances remain highest on 08 August & 11 - 12 August.

05/08/2026

A cloudburst occurred around 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the Dazna, Lachipora areas of Uri. The resulting surge caused the local nallah to overflow, leading to minor impacts on several nearby structures.

Fortunately, no major property damage was reported, and there were no reports of any casualties or injuries.

05/08/2026

Reports of a cloudburst have emerged from Nandimarg, Kulgam. A massive surge in water has been observed in Namlan Nallah, while several other nallahs in the area have also witnessed a sharp rise in water levels.

Video Courtesy : Imtiyaz Gorsi

05/08/2026

Weather Update | 3:30 PM

Intense thundershowers have continued over the Shopian–Kulgam belt, especially across the higher reaches, for nearly 90 minutes.

This is likely to cause a rapid rise in the water levels of small streams and nallahs, with the possibility of localized flash floods in vulnerable areas.

The increased runoff may also lead to a rise in water levels of some major streams downstream.

04/08/2026

I am rectifying my late night forecast slightly which was shared.

I am not expecting a widespread spell now.

A spell of thundershowers however is still most likely to occur in some areas today.

Risk of cloudbursts, flash floods in a few spots will still prevail over the next 12 hrs.

Regards: Kashmir Weather

Weather Update | 10:30 PM

Under the combined influence of a Western Disturbance and the monsoon system, another widespread spell of rainfall is likely across Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours.

Rain activity in some parts may commence from late tonight or during the early morning hours itself.

The risk of flash floods, cloudbursts, and landslides will remain very high over the next 24 hours.

Forecast Insights: Kashmir Weather

04/08/2026

I am rectifying my late night forecast slightly which was shared.

I am not expecting a widespread spell now.

A spell of thundershowers however is still most likely to occur in some areas today.

Risk of cloudbursts, flash floods in a few spots will still prevail over the next 12 hrs.

Regards: Kashmir Weather

03/08/2026

Weather Update | 10:30 PM

Under the combined influence of a Western Disturbance and the monsoon system, another widespread spell of rainfall is likely across Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours.

Rain activity in some parts may commence from late tonight or during the early morning hours itself.

The risk of flash floods, cloudbursts, and landslides will remain very high over the next 24 hours.

Forecast Insights: Kashmir Weather