Jammu and Kashmir: Landslide hits Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra route in Katra; 4 injured | India News

NEW DELHI: Heavy rain in Jammu and Kashmir triggered a landslide on the Mata Vaishno Devi yatra route in Katra on Monday morning, injuring 4 pilgrims. The incident took place at approximately 8.50 am near Banganga at Gulshan Ka Langar, which serves as the yatra’s starting point and is frequently used by pony riders along the traditional route, officials told PTI.Officials confirmed that emergency response teams swiftly initiated a rescue mission, successfully evacuating four pilgrims who were trapped. The injured individuals were subsequently transported to a nearby medical facility.As per the latest available information, rescue operations were continuing at the site.This is a developing story