The decision was taken by the shrine board following an order by the J&K government, declaring all routes as no-flying zones ...

Amarnath Yatra preparations are underway, but Omar Abdullah criticised the helicopter service ban, fearing it sends a negative message about Jammu and Kashmir's situation.

All routes to the Amarnath shrine have been declared no-fly zones from July 1 to August 10 amid high terror threat inputs. Security forces have launched 'Operation Shiva' to protect pilgrims.