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September 18, 2025, 01:39 PM - 2 min read
The yatra resumed on Wednesday for hours before it was suspended again due to hostile weather conditions. With the weather improving, the yatra resumed this morning.
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September 5, 2025, 03:35 PM - 2 min read
Due to ongoing bad weather conditions in Jammu and Kashmir, the Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage remained suspended for the 11th consecutive day on Friday, officials said.
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September 2, 2025, 01:46 PM - 2 min read
The yatra was suspended on August 26, hours before 36 pilgrims lost their lives in a tragic landslide accident in Adhkuwari en route to Reasi.
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March 17, 2025, 02:18 PM - 2 min read
The Katra police station received a complaint on March 15 that some guests staying at a hotel were found having liquor on the premises in violation of rules. An FIR was then registered against eight people, including Orry.
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January 27, 2025, 04:46 PM - 4 min read
“Given this development, the shrine board has operationalised a yatri facilitation centre at the Katra Railway Station for enabling pilgrims to complete their registration for the yatra conveniently, right from the railway station thereby enhancing their overall pilgrimage experience,” Garg said.
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December 27, 2024, 04:31 PM - 3 min read
"If we can encourage even 15 percent of the pilgrims visiting Mata Vaishno Devi to explore other attractions in Jammu, we could see an influx of 15 lakh tourists, a figure comparable to Kashmir’s peak tourism years,” he said.
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December 26, 2024, 06:06 PM - 3 min read
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti has decided to continue its 72-hour shutdown, which started on Wednesday. The Samiti has also announced the suspension of all activities in Katra till matters are resolved.
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December 18, 2024, 05:51 PM - 3 min read
Last month, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board decided to install the ropeway to facilitate access to the temple for senior citizens, children, and others who find it difficult to climb the 13-km-long track to the cave shrine.
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November 27, 2024, 05:33 PM - 3 min read
Shopkeepers, pony operators, and palanquin providers fear the project threatens their livelihood; J&K Lieutenant Governor asserts commitment to development while promising to address public concerns.
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