Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra resumes after temporary suspension

September 18, 2025 12:42 PM

Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra resumes after temporary suspension

Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra resumed on Thursday in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district after being temporarily halted on Wednesday due to inclement weather. The pilgrimage had restarted on September 17 after a 22-day suspension but was briefly halted again as bad weather returned to the area. Officials of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) confirmed that all facilities are now fully operational, allowing pilgrims to move from the base camp in Katra towards the shrine. Helicopter ser...

Vaishno Devi yatra remains suspended for 14th consecutive day

September 8, 2025 1:17 PM

Vaishno Devi yatra remains suspended for 14th consecutive day

The pilgrimage to the holy shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi remained suspended for the 14th consecutive day on Monday due to adverse weather conditions and multiple landslides in the region. Authorities said persistent rainfall has triggered landslides, blocking tracks leading to the shrine and making movement unsafe for pilgrims. Connectivity has been further disrupted as the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway remains blocked at several points due to landslides and road damage. Restoration work is un...