Shri Mata Vaishno Devi

May 19, 2026 1:43 PM

Indian Railways approves Rs 238 crore safety upgrade works on Jammu-Katra rail section

Indian Railways has approved ₹238 crore worth of slope stabilisation, tunnel rehabilitation and bridge protection works on the Jammu-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra section of Northern Railway to enhance safety and strengthen the resilience of the strategically important rail route. The sanctioned works include slope stabilisation measures, tunnel seepage treatment, bridge protection interventions and other safety-related upgrades at vulnerable locations along the Jammu–Katra corridor, which s...

March 27, 2026 1:56 PM

J-K: Shobha Yatra organised in Jammu on occasion of Ram Navami

A Shobha Yatra was organised in Jammu on Thursday to mark the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami. Meanwhile, a massive surge of pilgrims is being witnessed at the Katra base camp as devotees continue to arrive in large numbers to offer prayers at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine during the ongoing Chaitra Navratri festival. According to the officials, the constant flow of pilgrims has sustained a vibrant and devotional atmosphere at the base camp. Katra, the base camp of the holy Shri Mata...

March 24, 2026 10:54 AM

Over 2 lakh devotees pay obeisance in 6 days at Vaishno Devi Shrine

The holy shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi is witnessing a massive surge in pilgrim footfall during the ongoing Navratri festival, with more than 2 lakh devotees having paid obeisance in the first six days. Officials said the yatra is proceeding smoothly despite the heavy rush, with elaborate arrangements in place to manage the continuous inflow of pilgrims. The base camp at Katra and the track leading to the Bhawan remain crowded throughout the day and night. Registration for the pilgrimag...