India • Jun 23, 2025

J-K: Landslide disrupts Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage

Heavy rain triggered a landslide on Monday, blocking the battery car route to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir.
The slide happened near Satya view point, covering part of the Himkoti track.
Thankfully, no one was hurt since there were no pilgrims on that stretch at the time.

TL;DR

Shrine authorities acted fast

Shrine authorities acted fast—teams and machines were sent in right away to clear debris.
Pilgrims could still use the old route without any break in their journey.
This quick response shows how important it is to stay prepared for weather surprises so that devotees can visit safely, even during heavy rains.