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December 29, 2025, 04:16 PM - 3 min read
Compared to last year when annual footfall had crossed the 94.84-lakh mark, the over 27.4 per cent drop underscores the cumulative effect of security concerns and natural disruptions on religious tourism in the region, they said. The year saw multiple setbacks, with the Pahalgam terror attack in April that left 26 persons dead and prompted heightened security measures across the region.
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September 14, 2025, 07:50 PM - 3 min read
As the pilgrimage to Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Jammu remained suspended for the 20th day owing to inclement weather, a group of pilgrims staged a protest at Katra base camp in Reasi district on Sunday, demanding amid chanting of religious slogans to be allowed to move towards Shrine.
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August 31, 2025, 05:03 PM - 3 min read
In what can be seen as a big move , the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Katra Piyush Dhotra in Jammu region has ordered the immediate vacation of all commercial establishments, including hotels and dharamshalas, from Asia Chowk to Balini Bridge and from Balini Bridge to Darshani Deodi. The move has been initiated for the safety of pilgrims staying in these hotels amid heavy rains and frequent landslides in Katra.
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June 15, 2025, 03:56 PM - 3 min read
Reacting to the incident, Congress MP Pramod Tiwari also raised serious concerns over rising incidents in the transport sector.
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