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In pictures: Snowfall turns Vaishno Devi shrine into a stunning winter wonderland

The high altitude areas in most parts of the Jammu region, including the famous tourist destinations of Patnitop, Nathatop, and Bhaderwah, experienced moderate to heavy snowfall.

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Edited By: Arushi Jaiswal @JaiswalArushi
Published on: January 25, 2026 13:48 IST
Fresh snowfall at the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district turned the Trikuta Hills into a breathtaking winter wonderland.
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Fresh snowfall at the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district turned the Trikuta Hills into a breathtaking winter wonderland.
Snowfall occurred in the Trikuta hills, where the holy shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi is located, bringing joy to pilgrims and locals alike. A fresh layer of snow covered the upper reaches of the shrine, including the Bhawan and surrounding hills, transforming the entire area into a captivating white landscape.
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Snowfall occurred in the Trikuta hills, where the holy shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi is located, bringing joy to pilgrims and locals alike. A fresh layer of snow covered the upper reaches of the shrine, including the Bhawan and surrounding hills, transforming the entire area into a captivating white landscape.
Roads and streets across the region were blanketed in snow, enhancing the charm of towns but also intensifying cold conditions.
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Roads and streets across the region were blanketed in snow, enhancing the charm of towns but also intensifying cold conditions.
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Following the recent snowfall, the entire region is experiencing a severe cold wave. The pictures, shared by devotees and locals, show the temple complex, the pilgrimage route, and the surrounding hills covered in snow.
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Following the recent snowfall, the entire region is experiencing a severe cold wave. The pictures, shared by devotees and locals, show the temple complex, the pilgrimage route, and the surrounding hills covered in snow.
The high altitude areas in most parts of the Jammu region, including the famous tourist destinations of Patnitop, Nathatop, and Bhaderwah, received the season's first snowfall, bringing cheer to the tourism sector.
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The high altitude areas in most parts of the Jammu region, including the famous tourist destinations of Patnitop, Nathatop, and Bhaderwah, received the season's first snowfall, bringing cheer to the tourism sector.
Some areas of Jammu like Rajouri town and parts of Doda and Udhampur witnessed snowfall after a gap of more than a decade.
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Some areas of Jammu like Rajouri town and parts of Doda and Udhampur witnessed snowfall after a gap of more than a decade.
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Due to prevailing bad weather conditions, the yatra to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi's cave shrine has come to a temporary halt. Authorities said that due to incessant rains in the plains and subsequent snowfall enroute to the shrine, the yatra to the shrine from Katra's base camp was suspended.
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Due to prevailing bad weather conditions, the yatra to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi's cave shrine has come to a temporary halt. Authorities said that due to incessant rains in the plains and subsequent snowfall enroute to the shrine, the yatra to the shrine from Katra's base camp was suspended.
Helicopter services to Bhawan were also suspended due to poor visibility and adverse weather conditions.
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Helicopter services to Bhawan were also suspended due to poor visibility and adverse weather conditions.
According to the Meteorological Department, the cold weather and snowfall in the hilly areas of Jammu and Kashmir are due to an active Western Disturbance. Although there was no fresh heavy snowfall today, January 25, the previously fallen snow is still present, keeping temperatures significantly low. Cold winds are blowing from Katra to Bhawan, and a biting chill is being felt.
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According to the Meteorological Department, the cold weather and snowfall in the hilly areas of Jammu and Kashmir are due to an active Western Disturbance. Although there was no fresh heavy snowfall today, January 25, the previously fallen snow is still present, keeping temperatures significantly low. Cold winds are blowing from Katra to Bhawan, and a biting chill is being felt.
The weather is expected to remain cold, and another Western Disturbance in the coming days may bring further snowfall. Therefore, devotees are advised to keep track of weather updates and exercise caution during their journey.
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The weather is expected to remain cold, and another Western Disturbance in the coming days may bring further snowfall. Therefore, devotees are advised to keep track of weather updates and exercise caution during their journey.
According to the Meteorological Department, more snowfall is likely due to the Western Disturbance. The Trikuta mountain and surrounding areas may experience more snowfall in the coming days, making the weather even colder. These days, the journey can be a little challenging for new pilgrims, but for those who become a part of this experience, it becomes an unforgettable journey.
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According to the Meteorological Department, more snowfall is likely due to the Western Disturbance. The Trikuta mountain and surrounding areas may experience more snowfall in the coming days, making the weather even colder. These days, the journey can be a little challenging for new pilgrims, but for those who become a part of this experience, it becomes an unforgettable journey.
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