Katra, Vaishno Devi

Katra observes bandh amid massive protest against Mata Vaishno Devi Ropeway Project
Protest suspended till Dec 23 after assurance by local admn Nishikant Khajuria KATRA, Dec 18: Amid a massive protest demonstration by the local stakeholders, Katra observed a complete shutdown today against proposed Mata Vaishno Devi Ropeway Project from Tarakote to Sanji Chhat.
Katra observes shutdown to protest against Vaishno Devi ropeway project
A shutdown was observed in Katra town on Wednesday against the proposed plans of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) to install a ropeway to the cave shrine.
Uproar in Katra: Locals Protest Vaishno Devi Ropeway Project
Protests erupted in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, against a proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project. Led by the Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, locals claim the project threatens their livelihoods. Despite assurances,
Shutdown in Katra over ropeway project, why are locals upset? | Jammu & Kashmir Vaishno Devi pilgrimage News
The ropeway project aims to connect Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat in Reasi district to make the 13-km Vaishno Devi trekking easier for pilgrims
Shutdown in J and K's Katra to protest Vaishno Devi ropeway project
Jammu and Kashmir's Katra, the base camp for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage, observed a shutdown on Wednesday in protest against the proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project connecting Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat,
Mata Vaishno Devi Ropeway: Here's Why Locals In J&K's Katra Are Protesting Against The Rs 250 Crore Project
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, a body representing shopkeepers, pony operators, and palanquin owners, reportedly decided on the bandh during a recent meeting, citing concerns about the ropeway’s adverse effects on Katra’s economy.
Complete shutdown in Jammu's Katra today in protest over Vaishno Devi ropeway project
Those opposing the project argue that ropeway will divert pilgrims from Katra’s market, leaving a negative impact on thousands of shopkeepers there.
Jammu's Katra to observe full shutdown on Dec 18 in protest against proposed ropeway project
Katra town will observe a complete shutdown on December 18 to protest the proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project, with locals fearing it will harm the town's economy and pilgrimage-related businesses.
Shutdown in Jammu’s Katra over ropeway project to Vaishno Devi shrine
Shopkeepers in Katra protest against Vaishno Devi shrine ropeway, impacting business; authorities promise to analyze demands within 5 days.
Protest shutdown in J&K's Katra against Mata Vaishno Devi ropeway project
A protest shutdown was held in Jammu and Kashmir's Katra on Wednesday against the proposed ropeway project between the town and the Mata Vaishno Devi cave shrine atop the Trikuta Hills. The protest was held against the proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project connecting Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat,
3 shops near shrine track gutted in Katra
Three shops were gutted in a fire incident on the route to cave shrine of Mata Vaishnodevi in Reasi district on Wednesday, ...
Shutdown In J&K's Katra To Protest Vaishno Devi Ropeway Project
Katra/Jammu- Jammu and Kashmir's Katra, the base camp for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage, observed a shutdown on Wednesday in ...