After seeking blessings at the Vaishno Devi temple, superstar Shah Rukh Khan in the early hours of Tuesday arrived in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh ahead of the release of his upcoming film ‘Jawan’.
To mark the occasion of World Sanskrit Day, students of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Gurukul presented an impressive Sanskrit play at the auditorium of Spiritual Growth Centre, Katra for commemoration and revival of the ancient Indian language.
Anshul Garg, Chief Executive Officer today attended the special prayers to mark the celebration of the 38th Foundation Day of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board at Katra. The Board was formed on this day in 1986.
Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has entered into an agreement with the courier service firm, DTDC Express Limited, for providing logistics, packing and door-to-door speedy delivery of Prasad Boxes to the devotees of Mata Vaishno Devi across the country, said the Board officials.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated Prasad-cum-Souvenir Counter of Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board in the departure area of Jammu Airport.
"This is for those who cannot reach the holy shrine. A courier service has also been developed to deliver Prasad to their homes," he said adding that it was the demand for piligrims for a long time.
"Till Friday, 2922 VIP devotees reached Kedarnath Dham for darshan, from which an income of Rs 8,76,600 was generated. Similarly, 5319 VIP pilgrims have so far travelled to Badrinath Dham, from which an income of Rs 15,95,700 was generated," BKTC President Ajendra Ajay.
A total of 23 people got injured after a bus carrying Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrims met with an accident in Katra's Muri area in Reasi district on Sunday, officials said.