🌧️ Landslide Disrupts Vaishno Devi Yatra After Heavy Rains – Battery Car, Cable Car, Helicopter Services Suspended 🚫
Devotees urged to use traditional route; no injuries reported, Shrine Board working swiftly 🌄 A Spiritual Journey Stalled, But Not Broken The sacred journey to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir faced a major disruption this Monday as a massive landslide struck the Himkoti route. Triggered by incessant rainfall in the Reasi district, this natural calamity forced the suspension of several key services including the battery car, cable car, and helicopter routes. However, in a relief to thousands of devotees, the traditional route remains open and functional, ensuring that the pilgrimage continues — albeit with caution. Mata Vaishno Devi यात्रा मार्ग पर हुआ Landslide, देखें मौके की तस्वीरें#matavaishnodevi #landslide #vaishnodevilandslide #vaishnodevi #katra #vaishnodevikatra #himkotimarg pic.twitter.com/ZhfwSb230I — Punjab Kesari-Punjab (@KesariPunjab) June 26, 2025 ⚠️ What Exactly Happened? According to official sources, around Monday noon, a large section of the Himkoti path near Satya View Point was hit by a landslide. The area was quickly covered with over 30 feet of rocks, mud, and debris, blocking the battery car route entirely. Thankfully, no pilgrims were present at the time of the landslide, and no casualties have been reported. The continuous downpour led to weakened soil, ultimately resulting in this sudden landslide event. 🛑 Services Suspended – What’s Affected? Due to this natural disruption, several modern facilities provided for the convenience of pilgrims have been temporarily suspended: This has led to some delays and inconvenience for pilgrims, particularly the elderly and those with special needs who relied on these services for an easier journey. Vaishno Devi Landslide: वैष्णो देवी मार्ग पर भूस्खलन के बाद कैसे हैं हालात?#vaishnodevilandslide #Landslide #Latestupdates #weathernews #Weatheralert #vaishnodevimargh #khabrainabhitak pic.twitter.com/i7PyrJfjKF — Khabrain Abhi Tak News Channel (@KhabrainAbhiTak) June 26, 2025 🛠️ Restoration Efforts in Full Swing The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) responded promptly. Teams equipped with machinery have been deployed to clear the debris, and repair work is already underway on the battery car route. Officials have assured that as soon as weather conditions improve, the route and services will be restored. For now, the shrine board is urging all pilgrims to use the traditional track, which remains safe and open. Authorities are also regularly updating the situation to ensure transparency and coordination. 🙏 Faith Continues to Move Mountains Despite the challenges posed by nature, devotion remains undeterred. The continuous flow of pilgrims through the open path is a testament to their unshaken faith. While the journey may be more physically demanding now, it’s spiritually enriching – echoing the belief that no obstacle is bigger than the will of the devotee. ❓FAQs: What You Need to Know 1. Is Vaishno Devi Yatra still open?Yes, the traditional route is open and safe for pilgrims. 2. Are battery car and helicopter services available?No, due to the landslide and bad weather, these services are suspended until further notice. 3. Was anyone injured during the landslide?No injuries have been reported. The area was clear of pilgrims at the time. 4. When will the suspended services resume?Officials are working to restore services. They may resume once weather conditions improve and debris is cleared. 5. What precautions should pilgrims take?Stick to the traditional path, follow Shrine Board updates, and avoid traveling during heavy rainfall.