{"id":28123,"date":"2025-04-01T07:00:18","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T07:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/?p=28123"},"modified":"2025-04-01T07:00:18","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T07:00:18","slug":"1-lakh-pilgrims-pay-obeisance-at-shri-mata-vaishno-devi-shrine-on-occasion-of-navratra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/1-lakh-pilgrims-pay-obeisance-at-shri-mata-vaishno-devi-shrine-on-occasion-of-navratra\/","title":{"rendered":"1 lakh pilgrims pay obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine on occasion of Navratra"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>KATRA: The revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine has witnessed an overwhelming response from devotees during the auspicious festival of Navratra, with around one lakh pilgrims visiting the shrine since the start of Chaitra Navratra, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board officials said. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has made extensive arrangements to ensure a smooth and spiritually enriching pilgrimage experience for all visitors. Situated in the Trikuta Hills of Katra town in Reasi district, the shrine has seen a significant surge in footfall during Navratra. Devotees from across the country and beyond have gathered to seek blessings during this sacred period. To maintain order and facilitate a hassle-free yatra, the Shrine Board has deployed dedicated security personnel and crowd management teams. Special measures have been implemented to handle the increasing number of pilgrims efficiently. With an aim to enhance the pilgrimage experience, the Shrine Board has introduced new facilities, including a modern skywalk to streamline movement and reduce congestion along the Yatra route. Other improvements include better queue management, expanded accommodation options, and upgraded community kitchen services. Recognizing the need for accessibility, the Shrine Board has announced several free services for persons with disabilities (Divyang pilgrims). These initiatives aim to provide them with a seamless and comfortable pilgrimage experience. In 2024, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine witnessed a record-breaking 94.83 lakh devotees, reaffirming its status as one of the most revered spiritual destinations in India. The Shrine Board remains committed to providing enhanced facilities and ensuring a smooth pilgrimage for all devotees.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28124\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28124\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-28124\" src=\"https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"1 lakh pilgrims pay obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine on occasion of Navratra\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-549x366.jpeg 549w, https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-419x280.jpeg 419w, https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-233x156.jpeg 233w, https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-230x153.jpeg 230w, https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-358x239.jpeg 358w, https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-100x67.jpeg 100w, https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577-360x240.jpeg 360w, https:\/\/jammubulletin.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/65559136420251059577.jpeg 830w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28124\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">1 lakh pilgrims pay obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine on occasion of Navratra<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>KATRA: The revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine has witnessed an overwhelming response from devotees during the auspicious festival of Navratra, with around one lakh pilgrims visiting the shrine since the start of Chaitra Navratra, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board officials said. 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