Shivam Bakshi
Jammu, July 21 (NVI): A landslide struck the Himkoti route of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage near Devidwar in Reasi district on Tuesday evening, damaging a portion of the protective shed covering the track, officials said.
There was, however, no loss of life or injuries as the pilgrimage had already been suspended by the administration as a precautionary measure in view of adverse weather conditions, they said.
According to officials, debris and rocks rolled down the hillside near the Devidwar point, damaging a sizeable section of the overhead shed constructed along the pilgrimage route.
Authorities are assessing the damage and will undertake restoration work after ensuring the area is safe, officials added.
The yatra remains suspended until further orders in view of the prevailing weather conditions.—(NVI)
