Amarnath routes declared ‘No Fly Zone’; No helicopter service this time

Competent Authority has, vide Government Order No. 321–HOME of 2026, dated June 1, 2026, declared all routes of Shri Amarnathji Yatra—including both the Pahalgam and Baltal axes—as ‘No Flying Zone’ from July 1, 2026 till completion of the Yatra, announced the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board.

Consequently, helicopter services for pilgrim travel shall not be available in the Yatra area during Shri Amarnathji Yatra (SANJY) 2026.

All pilgrims planning to visit the Holy Shrine during this Yatra are advised to take note of the same. Pilgrims may reach the Holy Cave Shrine on foot or avail the services of ponies/ palkis throughout the Yatra. Thank you for your cooperation.

The yatra will begin on 3 July and conclude on 28 August.