Ram Navami: 4 lakh pilgrims pay obeisance at Vaishno Devi
Devotees throng Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra
Katra, October 19,2026-The town of Katra, base camp for one of India’s most revered pilgrimages, has been alive with devotion as lakhs of pilgrims make their way to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in the Trikuta hills. From dawn until late at night, the air is filled with chants of “Jai Mata Di” as […]
Katra Welcomes Devotees as Shardiya Navratri Celebrations Begin
Katra, the base camp of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu and Kashmir, is witnessing a festive atmosphere as Shardiya Navratri begins. Devotees from across the country are arriving in large numbers to seek the blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi. The holy town has been beautifully decorated for the occasion, creating a vibrant […]
Katra Prepares for Navratri with Devotion, Floral Traditions and Communal Harmony
Katra is gearing up for the upcoming Shardiya Navratri with great enthusiasm. The holy town of Mata Vaishno Devi is being decorated with vibrant colors, devotion, and cultural celebrations as preparations for the Navratri festival gain momentum. A large number of devotees and tourists from across the country are expected to visit Katra […]
Devotees express joy and gratitude at Vaishno Devi Shrine on second day of Navratras
Katra, October 12,2026- As Shardiya Navratras entered their second day, devotees continued to arrive in large numbers at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, expressing happiness and gratitude after having darshan of the Mother. Pilgrims from different parts of the country praised the arrangements made for the yatra, saying the experience left them spiritually fulfilled. “I […]
47,346 pilgrims pay obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine on first day of Shardiya Navratras
Katra , October 12,2026- A total of 47,346 pilgrims paid obeisance at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine on the first day of Shardiya Navratras, as devotees arrived in large numbers at Katra to seek the blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi. The turnout marked a devotional start to the nine-day festival, which is observed with great […]
Vaishno Devi Shrine Board gears up for Shardiya Navratra Yatra
Katra, October 6,2026-With the Shardiya Navratra festival approaching, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) has begun a round of preparatory reviews to ensure a smooth, safe and comfortable pilgrimage. Chief Executive Officer Sachin Kumar Vaishya chaired a coordination meeting with local civil authorities and security agencies to assess readiness for the busy festival […]
Adverse weather pauses Vaishno Devi Yatra; SMVDSB launches free langar for devotees
Katra, July 21,2026-The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra has been temporarily suspended due to adverse weather conditions to ensure the safety of pilgrims travelling along the track to the holy shrine. Authorities have urged devotees to remain patient and follow official advisories until weather conditions improve and the pilgrimage resumes. In response to the suspension, […]
Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra crosses 50 lakh pilgrim mark, reflecting growing faith and improved facilities
Katra,June 22,2026- In a significant milestone, the annual pilgrimage to the revered Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine has crossed the 50 lakh pilgrim mark, underscoring the shrine’s enduring spiritual significance and growing popularity among devotees from across India and abroad. The achievement highlights the increasing number of pilgrims undertaking the sacred journey to the holy cave […]
Akshay Kumar visits Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, offers prayers and seeks blessings
Katra, 18 June 2026- Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar visited the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra and offered prayers, seeking the blessings of the Goddess. The actor’s visit attracted considerable attention from devotees and pilgrims present at the holy shrine. As news of his arrival spread, many visitors gathered to catch a glimpse […]