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Protests in Katra against the proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project continue for a third day, with locals claiming the project threatens livelihoods. 

Katra Shutdown Continues as Protests Erupt Over Vaishno Devi Ropeway Project

The proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project will connect Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat, leading to the cave shrine in Reasi district.

The shutdown in Katra against the proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project entered its third day on Friday, with more people sitting on the hunger strike to demand the release of those detained during earlier demonstrations.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti called for a 72-hour shutdown, which began on Wednesday. It announced that all activities in Jammu and Kashmir's Katra would remain suspended during the bandh.
Women and children have now joined the six protesters who began a hunger strike on Wednesday night, demanding the release of 18 Samiti members detained during a protest march against the project earlier that day.
Last month, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board decided to move forward with a Rs 250-crore passenger ropeway project between Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat along the 12-kilometre track to the shrine after shelving the project in the past due to similar protests.
The project will facilitate access to the temple for senior citizens, children and others who find it difficult to climb the track to the cave shrine, it had said.
The Samiti, which represents shopkeepers, pony operators and palanquin owners, argues that the ropeway would destroy the livelihoods of local business owners and has demanded that the project be scrapped.
With black flags displayed across the town, shops, restaurants, and other business establishments remained closed for the third day, and vehicular movement was at a standstill, following the Samiti's call for protest.
The bandh has disrupted normal life in one of India&rsquo;s busiest pilgrimage hubs, which is visited daily by thousands of devotees seeking blessings at the cave shrine.
"The bandh is part of our 72-hour-long shutdown against the ropeway project. It is going on peacefully. The committee will decide on the next course of action soon," said a spokesperson for the Samiti.
Criticising the administration for its lack of engagement, the spokesperson said, "The administration is indifferent to the plight of people, including women and children, holding peaceful protests. Our simple demand is to shelve the project, as it threatens the livelihood of Katra residents, most of whom rely on the pilgrimage economy."
He further claimed that instead of initiating dialogue, the administration resorted to force, including the detention of Samiti leaders during a peaceful protest. "They are creating an unnecessary crisis with their approach," he stated.
Shiva, a participant in the hunger strike, had to be hospitalised after his condition deteriorated.
"Our hunger strike will continue until the detained individuals are released. If someone falls ill, another person will replace them," said another participant in the hunger strike.
Eighteen protesters, including Samiti leaders Bhupinder Singh and Sohan Chand, were detained by police during Wednesday's march and taken away from the protest site.
The proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project will connect Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat, leading to the cave shrine in Reasi district.
In Jammu, the Shiv Sena Dogra Front (DFSS) extended its support to the pilgrims, who are facing hardships due to the bandh, and urged that the issue be resolved amicably.
"We stand with the pilgrims and support better facilities. If needed, create two ropeways instead of one. Provide more amenities for accommodating pilgrims during the yatra," said DFSS President Ashok Gupta.
Gupta added that the pilgrimage had significantly boosted Katra's economy, and the bandh was causing inconvenience to devotees. "Yatra, business, ponywalas are all dependent on pilgrims. They should not be put to inconvenience," he said.
"For the past three days, pilgrims have faced immense difficulties. If the authorities fail to address this, we will use our vehicles to ferry pilgrims to the temple and provide them with food," he said.
However, many pilgrims expressed dissatisfaction over the closure of eateries and the unavailability of local transport, which caused significant inconvenience during their journey to the cave shrine.
To lessen the impact of the bandh, the Shrine Board has arranged boarding and lodging for pilgrims arriving in the town.
Special langars at the Katra railway station, Banganga and Tarakote are providing tea and milk to ensure the yatra continues smoothly on both tracks.

The Vyapar Mandal in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, is set to stage a protest on Wednesday against the approval of the Rs 250-crore ropeway project for the Vaishno Devi temple.

Katra Ropeway Project Sparks Protests

Anshul Garg, CEO of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, defended the ropeway project, emphasizing that it is intended to assist elderly and ailing devotees in reaching the temple.

The Vyapar Mandal in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, is set to stage a protest on Wednesday against the approval of the Rs 250-crore ropeway project for the Vaishno Devi temple.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has greenlit the installation of a ropeway designed to ease access for senior citizens, children, and others unable to trek the 13-km route to the temple. The ropeway will begin at Tarakot Marg and end at Sanjichat, allowing pilgrims to cover the journey in just six to seven minutes.
However, the Vyapar Mandal has raised concerns that the ropeway&rsquo;s construction will bypass key religious stops, such as Banganga, Charan Paduka, and Adhkuwari, potentially disrupting business for local shopkeepers along the traditional path to the temple. Additionally, operators of ponies and palkis (palanquins) have voiced objections to the project, prompting plans for a protest.
This isn&rsquo;t the first demonstration by the local community. In November, shopkeepers protested for four days against the project, during which tensions flared and stones were thrown at police. The then-District Magistrate, Vishesh Pal Mahajan, visited the area and assured the protesters that their concerns would be addressed by December 15. However, Mahajan's transfer soon followed, and shopkeepers suspect that his decision to delay the ropeway project was a factor in his reassignment.
In response to the ongoing controversy, shops in Katra will remain closed on Wednesday as part of the protest, with local residents backing the strike. Additionally, all political parties in the region, except the BJP, have come together to support the action.
Anshul Garg, CEO of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, defended the ropeway project, emphasizing that it is intended to assist elderly and ailing devotees in reaching the temple. He assured that the temple administration is committed to addressing the concerns of Katra's residents.

Now, devotees can reach Katra in just a few hours via the Vande Bharat Express train.

Ease of travel for devotees on Vaishno Devi trip from Punjab

Now, devotees can reach Katra in just a few hours via the Vande Bharat Express train.

Devotees planning to visit Mata Vaishno Devi from Punjab will now have ease of travel, courtesy Indian Railways. Now, devotees can reach Katra in just a few hours via the Vande Bharat Express train.
According to media reports, the Vande Bharat train will stop for 2 minutes each at Jammu, Ludhiana, and Ambala Cantt railway stations. The Vande Bharat Express Train No. 22478-77, operating from Katra, will commence its service from January 4th.
The train from Mata Vaishno Devi will depart at 6 AM, reaching Jammu Tawi at 7:15 AM, passing Sahnewal near Ludhiana at 10:28 AM, arriving at Ambala Cantt at 11:46 AM, and reaching New Delhi at 2 PM. It will return from there at 3 PM and is expected to arrive back in Ludhiana at 6:20 PM.

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