A fresh group of 6,388 pilgrims departed from Jammu base camp on July 15, heading to the twin base camps en route to the Amarnath cave shrine in South Kashmir
More than 14,000 devotees have so far offered prayers at the sacred 3,880 metre-high Shri Amarnath Cave Shrine in South Kashmir Himalayas since the 38 day long annual pilgrimage began on July 3, officials said on Friday.
The yatra, which started from the twin traditional routes- Pahalgam in Anantnag district and Baltal in Ganderbal district, has been witnessing a heavy flow of pilgrims braving the tough terrain and weather conditions to seek the blessings of Baba Barfani.
On Friday morning, the third batch of over 6,400 pilgrims left from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu in two separate convoys under tight security arrangements. These yatris are now heading towards the Kashmir Valley to join the spiritual journey.
The pilgrimage will conclude on August 9, 2025. To ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the yatra, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has put in place elaborate security arrangements, including deployment of additional forces, surveillance systems, and round-the-clock monitoring.
Officials have urged pilgrims to follow all protocols and cooperate with the administration for a safe and peaceful yatra.
| Region | Rainfall Type | Dates Forecasted |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Isolated Heavy to Very Heavy | 16th–21st (Heavy), 16th (Very Heavy) |
| Himachal Pradesh | Isolated Heavy | 16th–21st |
| Uttarakhand | Isolated Heavy to Very Heavy | 16th–21st; 17th, 20th, 21st (Very Heavy) |
| East Rajasthan | Isolated Heavy to Very Heavy | 16th–17th; 16th (Very Heavy) |
| West Rajasthan | Isolated Heavy | 16th (Very Heavy) |
| Punjab | Isolated Heavy | 16th–17th, 21st |
| Haryana | Isolated Heavy | 17th & 21st |
| West Uttar Pradesh | Isolated Heavy | 16th–21st |
| East Uttar Pradesh | Isolated Heavy | 16th–21st; 16th & 17th (Very Heavy) |
Thunderstorms and lightning are expected in most areas, accompanied by strong surface winds.
Widespread light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorm activity is expected throughout the period.
West India: Ghat Areas and Konkan Brace for Heavy Rain
With the active monsoon trough and western disturbance, Western India, especially the Konkan coast and Maharashtra’s ghats, will continue to receive significant showers.
| Region | Rainfall Type | Key Dates Forecasted |
| Konkan & Goa | Isolated Heavy to Very Heavy | 16th, 19th, 20th, 21st |
| Madhya Maharashtra Ghats | Isolated Very Heavy | 16th |
| Gujarat Region | Isolated Heavy | 16th |
Moderate showers are expected at several locations across the region for the next five days.
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Northeast India: Consistent Rains with Thunderstorms
The Northeast region will continue to experience persistent monsoonal rains with thunderstorms. Specific states may witness heavy spells through the week.
| Region | Rainfall Type | Key Dates Forecasted |
| Assam & Meghalaya | Isolated Heavy | 16th, 19th–21st |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Isolated Heavy | 16th, 19th–21st |
| Mizoram & Tripura | Isolated Heavy | 16th, 19th–21st |
Thunderstorm and lightning activity will accompany the rains across the region.
South India: Kerala, Karnataka to Receive Heavy Rain; Winds Pick Up
Southern India is set for enhanced rainfall activity, particularly over Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. Strong surface winds will persist for the next five days.
| Region | Rainfall Type | Key Dates Forecasted |
| Kerala & Mahe | Isolated Heavy to Very Heavy | 16th–21st |
| Tamil Nadu | Isolated Heavy to Very Heavy | 16th–21st |
| Coastal & South Interior Karnataka | Isolated Heavy to Very Heavy | 16th–21st |
| North Interior Karnataka | Isolated Heavy | 16th |
| Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam | Isolated Heavy | 17th–21st |
| Telangana | Isolated Heavy | 17th & 18th |
| Rayalaseema | Isolated Heavy | 17th–19th |
| Lakshadweep | Isolated Heavy | 19th & 20th |
Strong winds (40–50 kmph) are likely across the coastal and southern peninsular belt.
Delhi-NCR Weather Forecast
Delhi is expected to see cloudy skies, light rain, and cooler-than-normal temperatures over the next four days. Surface wind conditions will vary through the day.
| Date | Sky Condition | Rainfall | Temp (°C) | Wind (kmph) |
| 16 July | Cloudy | Light–moderate rain | Max: 31–33 Min: 23–25 | Up to 25 (SE) |
| 17 July | Partly cloudy | Very light–light rain | Max: 32–34 Min: 24–26 | Up to 15 (SE) |
| 18 July | Partly cloudy | Very light–light rain | Max: 33–35 Min: 24–26 | Up to 15 (SW–ERead |
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