Over 1.5 Lakh devotees participate in Navratri festivities at Vaishno Devi

Katra, 30 September 2025: The sacred shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi witnessed an overwhelming footfall of more than 1.5 lakh devotees during the ongoing Navratri celebrations. On the auspicious occasion of Mahashtami, thousands of pilgrims offered prayers at the holy cave amid vibrant decorations, devotional bhajans, and spiritual fervour. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha forms 3-member panel to investigate Vaishno Devi landslide

Jammu, August 29, 2025 – In response to the devastating landslide that claimed 34 lives and injured 20 pilgrims on the route to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has constituted a three-member high-level committee to investigate the incident. The probe, ordered on Friday, aims to uncover the causes behind the tragedy near […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha Visits Landslide Victims at SMVDNSH, Katra

Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital (SMVDNSH) in Katra, where he met devotees injured in a tragic landslide near Ardhkuwari on the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine route. This heartfelt gesture underscored the Jammu and Kashmir administration’s unwavering commitment to supporting victims of the recent […]
Amarnath Yatra Bliss: Pilgrims Moved by Devotion, Safety & Service

Amarnath Yatra Bliss: Pilgrims Moved by Devotion, Safety & Service The arrangements here are very good and so is everyone’s cooperation. The Army’s security is very good and cleanliness is also good, said a pilgrim after the arti puja in Amarnath cave. We will keep coming to Baba Barfani’s darbaar and will keep attending the […]
Shiva Devotees Overwhelmed by Darshan & Seva on First Shravan Somwar | Amarnath Yatra 2025!

Shiva Devotees Overwhelmed by Darshan & Seva on First Shravan Somwar | Amarnath Yatra 2025! The view here is amazing. There are so many people on the first ‘Somwar of Shraavan’, we cannot tell you. All the credit goes to the CRPF and those who are sevadars and engaged in serving the people. There are […]
Shiva Devotees Overwhelmed by Darshan & Seva on First Shravan Somwar | Amarnath Yatra 2025!

Shiva Devotees Overwhelmed by Darshan & Seva on First Shravan Somwar | Amarnath Yatra 2025! The view here is amazing. There are so many people on the first ‘Somwar of Shraavan’, we cannot tell you. All the credit goes to the CRPF and those who are sevadars and engaged in serving the people. There are […]
Vaishno Devi Shrine Receives Record ₹171.90 Cr in Donations, Boosting J&K Tourism

Vaishno Devi Shrine Receives Record ₹171.90 Cr in Donations, Boosting J&K Tourism. The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha’s vision has brought peace, prosperity and a booming tourism wave in the region. Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine has recorded its highest offerings in a decade.
Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board meeting held for upgrading 2025 Amarnath Yatra

The Chief Secretary Amarnathji Shrine Board chaired a meeting for 2025 Amarnath Yatra. Key decisions were taken in the presence of all concerned Department heads. The CS led a strategy session for a smooth Amarnath ji Yatra 2025.
J&K LG Manoj Sinha chairs 73rd meeting of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board; inaugurates pilgrim-centric facilities

Jammu, December 18: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, Chairman of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board , presided over the 73rd meeting of the Board at Raj Bhawan, Jammu. The Lieutenant Governor inaugurated several new facilities designed to enhance the experience and convenience of pilgrims. Among these were the Yatri Facilitation Centre at Katra […]
Free food Langar Seva are true contributors to the tradition of selfless service

Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha honoured members of Langar organisations and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) for their remarkable contributions during the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2024. The ceremony, held at the Resident Commission’s office in New Delhi, celebrated the selfless service provided by these groups who ensured the welfare of pilgrims, offering free […]