The Vaishno Devi pilgrimage has been temporarily suspended after the first snowfall of the season, prompting officials to halt new registrations from the Katra base camp on Friday morning. Heavy rain in the lower regions and accumulating snow at higher altitudes led authorities to prioritise the safety of pilgrims, suspending helicopter services and restricting trekking on slippery tracks. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board shared breathtaking images of snow-covered Bhawan and Bhairon Templ

Navratri 2025 Last Day: Pilgrims Throng Vaishno Devi Temple in Katra On Maha Navami, thousands of devotees reached Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra, Jammu & Kashmir, to offer prayers and seek blessings. The temple witnessed a huge rush of pilgrims chanting devotional hymns, marking the auspicious occasion with faith, fervor, and spiritual celebrations in the holy cave shrine. #MahaNavami #VaishnoDevi #Katra #Navratri2025 #Devotees #HinduFestival #India | Asianet Newsable | Facebook