Devotees are arriving at the Vaishno Devi Temple on Wednesday in large numbers from early morning on the auspicious day of Maha Navami, the ninth and final day of Navratri. The temple is decorated with colourful flowers, welcoming the pilgrims.
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The festive season is being celebrated with devotion at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, as devotees continue to visit the cave shrine on the third day of Navratri despite the long queues.
In a social media post on X, the Prime Minister stated that the government aims to encourage more pilgrims and tourists to visit the Temple and also appreciate the beauty of Tripura.
"The aim is to make pilgrimage less strenuous while expanding facilities for devotees across the globe to reach Sabarimala, worship, and return safely. From transport systems to virtual connectivity, everything should be put to use. Information and registration help desks must be available f
Registration for the Vaishno Devi Yatra continued for the second day on Thursday, after the pilgrimage resumed on Wednesday following a 22-day suspension caused by heavy rains and landslides. The weather conditions in the area are improving, aiding the process.