Vaishno Devi Yatra Update
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Vaishno Devi Yatra suspended temporarily as IMD warns of heavy rain in Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir | Jul 19, 2026, 07:49 AM ISTThe Vaishno Devi Yatra was suspended after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted moderate to widespread rainfall from July 19 to 23 across Jammu and Kashmir.
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Vaishno Devi yatra registration halted till today morning amid huge rush, says shrine board
India | Jan 01, 2026, 12:05 AM ISTShree Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has suspended yatra registration till Thursday morning due to heavy crowds. Devotees have been advised to plan their visit carefully and follow official updates for a smooth pilgrimage experience.
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Vaishno Devi Yatra Restarts, Pilgrims Line Up at Registration Centres
News | Sep 18, 2025, 05:41 PM ISTVaishno Devi Yatra resumes as devotees flocked to registration centers to secure their spots. Long queues formed as pilgrims prepared for their sacred journey to the shrine in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, with safety measures in place for a smooth experience.
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Vaishno Devi Yatra resumes amid chants of 'Jai Mata Di' weeks after devastating landslide | Video
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 17, 2025, 07:43 AM ISTThe pilgrimage was suspended on August 26, hours before a major landslide hit the route leading to the shrine that resulted in the human loss.
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Vaishno Devi Yatra to resume from today, subject to weather conditions
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 17, 2025, 12:00 AM ISTThe Vaishno Devi Yatra is set to resume on September 17, 2025, after being suspended due to a landslide and adverse weather conditions, with the shrine board urging devotees to stay updated on the situation.
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Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra suspended until further orders
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 13, 2025, 09:33 PM ISTThe Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra has been suspended once again till further orders. It was scheduled to commence from September 14.
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Vaishno Devi Yatra halted for sixth day; full refunds announced - Here's how to claim it
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 01, 2025, 12:06 AM ISTThe Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), which manages the Yatra, suspended the pilgrimage on Tuesday until further orders. Katra and Trikuta hills, on which the Vaishno Devi Shrine is located, have been witnessing heavy rain since Friday morning.
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PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in Vaishno Devi landslide
India | Aug 27, 2025, 12:40 PM ISTThe rescue operation is continuing along the Vaishno Devi route near Adhkuwari, where a landslide struck on Tuesday, killing al least 32 pilgrims and injuring 20.
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Vaishno Devi landslide: Families of deceased to receive Rs 9 lakh compensation, confirms J-K LG
India | Aug 27, 2025, 10:43 PM ISTJ-K landslides: Several people have been evacuated to safety after continuous heavy rains triggered flash floods and severe waterlogging across Jammu. Teams from district administration, police, NDRF, SDRF, Indian Army, and local volunteers are carrying out relief ops.
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Vaishno Devi landslide: Death count rises to 32, rescue operations continue
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 27, 2025, 11:46 AM ISTThe landslide struck at a point about halfway along the winding 12-km trek from Katra town to the hilltop shrine.
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Are you planning a Vaishno Devi trip in long weekend? Here's the weather forecast for August 15–17
India | Aug 06, 2025, 11:41 PM ISTWith intermittent rains and a chance of storms expected, travelers planning to visit Vaishno Devi over the long weekend should exercise caution. Staying updated on the latest weather forecasts and being prepared for possible delays or disruptions caused by slippery trails or traffic is advisable.
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Landslide hits Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra route in J-K's Katra: One dead, nine injured | Video
Jammu and Kashmir | Jul 21, 2025, 01:49 PM ISTAccording to the information received, suddenly large stones and debris fell from the mountain in the Banganga area located on the old Yatra route from Katra to Bhawan, causing panic among the passengers. During this, many devotees got trapped and some are reported to be injured.
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Vaishno Devi's new track shuts again due to landslide, pilgrimage continues via old path | Details
India | Jun 26, 2025, 12:59 PM ISTHeavy rains triggered a landslide on the Himkoti track of the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route, forcing authorities to shut it down for the third time this June. Around 30 feet of debris and falling boulders blocked the new path, prompting the suspension of cable car and helicopter services.
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Vaishno Devi ropeway project: Fearing job loss, locals clash with police during protest march
Jammu and Kashmir | Nov 25, 2024, 08:21 PM ISTThe administration assured protesters of holding talks with different stakeholders, including shrine board officials, to address their concerns about losing employment, following which the protesters called off their strike.
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Helicopter Services from Jammu to Vaishno Devi to start from June 18 | Here's how to book online
Jammu and Kashmir | Jun 11, 2024, 04:27 PM ISTRecognized as one of the most revered sites in Jammu and Kashmir, the Mata Vaishno Devi cave shrine attracts nearly one crore devotees annually.
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Vaishno Devi yatra on new track suspended in view of landslide as Katra receives record rainfall
News | Jul 19, 2023, 03:07 PM ISTAmid the heavy downpour in Jammu and Kashmir, the new track to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine has been closed for pilgrims in view of the landslide threat.
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Vaishno Devi pilgrimage introduces RIFD-equipped yatra cards for devotees
India | Aug 30, 2022, 11:51 AM ISTVaishno Devi pilgrimage now has CCTV cameras installed at 40 new locations and at seven verification counters.
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Battery car services for 'Vaishno Devi yatra' halted today due to forest fire
India | May 18, 2022, 11:20 AM ISTFire broke out near Sanji Chhat helipad, in the forest area of Trikuta mountain on Sunday, in view of which the Shrine Board authorities had decided to suspend Helicopter services on Monday.
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Planning to visit Vaishno Devi shrine? Check this important update on daily visitors limit
India | Oct 30, 2020, 06:44 PM ISTThe Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday issued an order stating that the upper limit of pilgrims will be increased to 15,000, earlier which was only 7,000.
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Vaishno Devi online yatra registration, helicopter booking available from August 26
India | Aug 24, 2020, 11:48 PM ISTVaishno Devi online yatra registration and helicopter booking will available from August 26 to September 5, 2020, Ramesh Kumar Jangid, CEO of Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board said.