Mata Vaishno Devi: Great news for devotees! The journey will be completed in just 6 minutes

Mata Vaishno Devi: There is good news for the people going to visit Mata Vaishno Devi. In fact, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has decided to implement the much awaited ropeway project to ease the travel of the increasing number of devotees and elderly and disabled travelers. With this project, not only will the journey be safe, but the time taken will also be significantly reduced. Although some local people are opposing this project, the Shrine Board has assured that the project will be implemented keeping their concerns in mind.

Under the ropeway project, Tarakot road will be connected to the main building. Devotees will reach Sanjhi Chhat via ropeway and from there will travel on foot to Mata Ka Bhavan. At present, devotees have to undertake an arduous climb of 13 kilometers to reach the building. Physically capable travelers can easily cover this distance, but elderly and disabled travelers have to take the help of horse, mule or palanquin. Thousands of devotees will be able to travel daily through this ropeway, which will reduce the crowd on the traditional track and the journey of hours will be completed in minutes.

This project is a game changer for these passengers.

Regarding this, Shrine Board CEO Anshul Garg said that this project will prove to be a game changer for those pilgrims who cannot undertake the difficult climb of 13 kilometers. He also clarified that this project will be completed keeping in mind the concerns of the local people.

increasing number of devotees

Anshul Garg further said that every year the number of devotees coming for darshan of Mata Vaishno Devi is increasing. In 2023, this number had reached 95 lakh, whereas so far this year 86 lakh devotees have had darshan of Mata. Considering these figures, the ropeway project is being given priority.

Sensitivity towards modern technology and environment

According to officials, the ropeway project will use modern technology and will have minimal impact on the environment. During the journey, devotees will also be able to see the beautiful view of Trikuta Hills, which will make it a spiritual and natural experience more enjoyable.