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 […]
Over 4.38 lakh pilgrims visit Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in first 10 days of June
Jammu, 12 June 2026- The revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Cave Shrine continues to witness a massive influx of devotees, with more than 4.38 lakh pilgrims paying obeisance during the first ten days of June. With the latest figures, the total number of devotees visiting the holy shrine in 2026 has crossed 45.23 lakh, reflecting […]
Heavy rush of devotees witnessed at Katra as Vaishno Devi Yatra sees massive footfall
Katra ,June 8,2026-A massive influx of devotees has been witnessed in Katra as thousands of pilgrims continue to arrive for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra, one of the country’s most revered religious pilgrimages. The town of Katra, the base camp for the pilgrimage, has been experiencing heavy footfall, with devotees from across India gathering […]
Season’s first snowfall graces Vaishno Devi Bhawan
Jammu , January 23,2026- The season’s first snowfall was witnessed at the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan, offering a divine and breathtaking experience to pilgrims visiting the holy shrine. Fresh snow gently blanketed the sacred surroundings of Maa Vaishno Devi Bhawan and the Bhairon Temple, transforming the entire area into a serene and picturesque […]
Old cave opened for devotees on Makar Sankranti at Vaishno Devi Shrine
Katra,January 15,2026:On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) opened the ancient Old Cave for devotees after the performance of special prayers and rituals at the holy shrine. The opening of the historic cave has generated immense enthusiasm among pilgrims, who consider darshan through the Old Cave a […]
Massive rush of devotees continues at Katra on second day of New Year
Katra, January ,2026- The holy town of Katra continued to witness a massive rush of devotees on the second day of the New Year, as thousands of pilgrims thronged the base camp of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine to seek blessings and begin 2026 on a spiritual note. According to officials of the Shri […]
Jai Mata Di: Shat Chandi Maha Yagya shines bright on Mahanavami
Katra, October 1, 2025 – In a mesmerising display of devotion and spiritual fervor, the sacred nine-day-long Shat Chandi Maha Yagya organised by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) reached its grand finale at the holy Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine atop the Trikuta hills in Reasi district, Jammu and Kashmir. The Mahanavami rituals, marking the ninth and culminating day of the Sharad […]
Rails Roar Back: 16 trains from Jammu revive festive travel dreams
Jammu, October 1, 2025:In a move that brings immense relief to passengers and traders, Northern Railways has announced the resumption of 16 train services from Jammu, starting October 2 to October 8. The restoration comes after nearly two months of disruption caused by the devastating August floods, which had crippled rail connectivity across large stretches […]
Maha Navami: Devotees swarm Shri Mata Vaishno Devi for divine blessings
Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, October 1, 2025 – In a spectacular display of faith and devotion, thousands of pilgrims from across India and abroad converged at the sacred Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta hills on Maha Navami, the ninth and climactic day of the ongoing Shardiya Navratri festival. The misty valleys of Jammu […]
Devotees flock to Vaishno Devi on third day of Shardiya Navratri
Jammu and Kashmir, September 24, 2025 – Devotees from across the country continued to flock to the sacred Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta hills in Reasi district on the third day of the ongoing Shardiya Navratri festival, filling the air with chants of “Jai Mata Di” and vibrant religious fervor. The nine-day […]