In a significant milestone, over 50 lakh pilgrims have visited the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in J&K’s Reasi so far this year, officials said on Tuesday. Officials of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), which manages the affairs...

Governor Kavinder Gupta accompanied by the Lady Governor Bindu Gupta today paid obeisance at the holy shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi in Katra, Jammu. The Governor offered prayers at the revered shrine and sought the blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi for peace, prosperity,...

The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday inaugurated the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Helipad at Village Hutt, Katra. The Lieutenant Governor said that the integrated aviation facility will streamline heli-operations, enhancing heli connectivity, safety...

The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today laid the foundation stone of Akshaya Patra’s centralized kitchen facility in Katra. Once operational, this facility will provide 5000 nutritious meals to school children every day. On the occasion, the Lieutenant...

Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Kumar Abhishek, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the Spiritual Growth Centre in Katra to assess the progress of various developmental works being undertaken by different departments in the district.During the review,...

Marking a historic milestone, Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha laid the foundation stone today for the much-anticipated Sri Shankaracharya Temple. Perched on hillocks beside the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, this project takes root after decades,...

In a significant step towards social rehabilitation and inclusive development, the Deputy Commissioner Reasi Nidhi Malik today inaugurated the SMILE Shelter Home under the SMILE Beggary Scheme, here at Didi Bhangal- Katra. The initiative aims at comprehensive...

Commissioner Secretary, Industries & Commerce, Vikramjit Singh inaugurated the three days Pashmina Fest-2025 at temple town Katra here today. The Fest is being organised by Jammu & Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO) and sponsored by Office of the...

The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha paid obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ji Shrine today. He prayed for the well-being of all and peace and prosperity of J&K UT....

The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha paid obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ji Shrine today. He prayed for peace and prosperity of J&K UT and well-being of one and all....

Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha participated in Shri Mata Vaishno Devi's Sewa Parv held at Katra today. He addressed the gathering and highlighted the significance of festival of service, creativity, and cultural pride, which is guided by Hon'ble Prime Minister...

Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Nidhi Malik inaugurated a three-day District Process Lab Training Programme under the Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan today in Katra, today. The training, scheduled from September 13–15, 2025, aims to strengthen governance and development initiatives...

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) commenced its relief efforts on Wednesday as per the directions of Hon’ble Chairman, Shri Manoj Sinha (Lt. Governor, J&K UT) for the second consecutive day.Continuing with humanitarian approach, the Shrine...

Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today met the devotees injured in an unfortunate landslide incident near Ardhkuwari at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine who are undergoing treatment at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Katra and enquired...

Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today felicitated the Langar organisations for their significant contribution during Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025. At a felicitation ceremony held at Spiritual Growth Centre Katra, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated and expressed...

Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today flagged off Amritsar - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Train. The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for dedicating the Vande Bharat...

Transport Commissioner Vishesh Mahajan today paid a surprise visit to Katra town to review transport management and assess compliance with Motor Vehicle norms. During the visit, the Transport Commissioner held meetings with civil and police officers and other...

Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha chaired the historic 75th Meeting of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), at Spiritual Growth Centre, Katra, today. The meeting was attended by the newly constituted Board, comprising members including Mahamandleshwar...

Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha inaugurated “CCTV Surveillance System with Integrated Command & Control Centre” for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, today. “Cutting-edge technology will enable real-time monitoring and crowd management for safety, security...

Northern Railways has started commercial operation of the Vande Bharat train service between Srinagar city and Katra town of Jammu and Kashmir. Officials said the commercial operations of the Vande Bharat train, which was flagged off on June 6 by Prime Minister...