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Vaishno Devi Yatra Halted for Eighth Day as Rains Keep Route Unsafe

Safety concerns from persistent rains are keeping pilgrims off the route pending findings from a two-week probe.

Overview

  • The Aug. 26 landslide near Adhkuwari killed at least 34 pilgrims and injured about 20, prompting the suspension.
  • The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board canceled helicopter, ropeway, hotel and other bookings with a 100% refund, directing requests to [email protected] and its call centre numbers.
  • Katra authorities ordered hotels and dharamshalas vacated after officials flagged vulnerable slopes, road sinkage and fresh landslide risk.
  • Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha appointed a three-member inquiry led by Additional Chief Secretary Shaleen Kabra to report within two weeks on causes, lapses and future safety measures.
  • Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed flood damage in Jammu, held a meeting at Raj Bhavan and conducted an aerial survey, according to ANI.