Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!š Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. KATRA: The sacred nine-day-long Shat Chandi Maha Yagya, organized by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) during the auspicious Shardiya Navratras, concluded with immense spiritual fervor and devotion on the occasion of Mahanavami. The Purnahuti ceremony was performed amidst the chanting of Vedic mantras for universal peace and prosperity.
Shri Sachin Kumar Vaishya, Chief Executive Officer, SMVDSB; officers and staff of the Shrine Board besides a large number of pilgrims participated in the concluding rituals. The Maha Yagya was conducted by a group of learned Pandits led by Padma Shri Prof. Vishwamurti Shastri, adding sanctity and depth to the spiritual proceedings. The Navratras witnessed an overwhelming influx of devotees from across the country and abroad, reaffirming the spiritual magnetism of the Holy Shrine.
During the auspicious Navratra, the Shrine Board in collaboration with District Administration, Reasi also organized Sewa Parv, a dedicated initiative towards pilgrims and devotees. The Honāble Chairman, SMVDSB (Lt. Governor, JK-UT) also graced the occasion with his esteemed presence and actively participated in the activities of Sewa Parv, further inspiring and reinforcing the Boardās dedication to fostering inclusive and meaningful engagement during the sacred festivities.
To enrich the pilgrim experience, the Shrine Board also introduced initiatives including establishment of dedicated help desks at key locations to assist pilgrims on the track. Besides, elaborate arrangements were made by the Shrine Board to ensure the comfort and convenience of pilgrims. These included decorative floral installations at Bhawan, Atka and surrounding areas, uninterrupted water and power supply along the tracks and Bhawan premises, enhanced sanitation and hygiene measures and special āfast-relatedā meals at the Shrine Boardās Bhojanalyas and Langars. Devotees also availed free food services at various Langars of Shrine Board.
The Bhawan area and other sectors on the track were illuminated with attractive faƧade lighting, while facilities such as accommodation, battery-operated vehicles, passenger ropeway and helicopter services operated smoothly.
A major highlight of the celebrations was the series of melodious Bhajan and Bhaint performances by renowned artists at Bhawan and Adhkuwari including Lakhwinder Wadali, Kumar Vishwas, Kavita Paudwal, Ankit Batra, Akhil Sachdeva, Varsha Jamwal, Palak Muchhal, Roshan Prince, Narinder Sachdeva, Reshmi Sharma, Chaman Lehri, Mahakali Group, Akriti Kakkar, Master Aryan, Master Koko and Malini Awasthi. The students of SMVD Gurukul also captivated audiences with their devotional renditions, blending tradition with youthful vibrancy and elevating the spiritual ambiance.
