Amarnath Yatra Halted in Udhampur
The annual Amarnath Yatra which began today morning from Jammu has been halted by the authorities in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir, said media reports.
According to reports, the buses leaving for Kashmir from Udhampur district for the Yarta that is scheduled to formally start on Thursday were halted for three hours.
Officials said that the yatra was halted to ensure safety of the pilgrims as the valley witnessed violent protests in the last 2 days in which at least 6 civilians have been killed, reports said.
The journey is likely to resume in the evening, said reports.
Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir Petrol and Tankers Association has declined to carry fuel to the Valley due to security concerns, reports said.
The move by the association comes after 35 tankers were reportedly damaged by agitators during the recent protests.
The association members are demanding adequate security for the tankers and are currently holding a meeting with the state government officials on the issue.
The Association’s president Anand Sharma said that the tankers would however continue to supply fuel to the Jammu region, said reports.
(Based on internet reports)
