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.

Jammu and Kashmir government declares Amarnath yatra routes as 'No Flying Zone' for enhanced security during pilgrimage.