The Vaishno Devi pilgrimage has been temporarily suspended after the first snowfall of the season, prompting officials to halt new registrations from the Katra base camp on Friday morning. Heavy rain in the lower regions and accumulating snow at higher altitudes led authorities to prioritise the safety of pilgrims, suspending helicopter services and restricting trekking on slippery tracks. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board shared breathtaking images of snow-covered Bhawan and Bhairon Templ

7.2K views · 400 reactions |  | The holy Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir receives its first snowfall of the season. Pilgrims and tourists witness the scenic beauty as the shrine turns into a winter wonderland. [Vaishno Devi | snowfall 2026 | Jammu Kashmir | winter tourism] #VaishnoDevi #Snowfall2026 #JammuKashmir #TheStatesman | The Statesman | Facebook

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