Katra continues its shutdown for the fifth day against the proposed ropeway project. BJP MLA Baldev Raj Sharma threatens to join the hunger strike if detained protesters are not released within 24 hours.

Katra, the base for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage in Jammu and Kashmir, is shut for the fifth day due to protests against a proposed ropeway project. BJP MLA Baldev Raj Sharma warns of a hunger strike if detainees aren't released.

Protest in Katra against ropeway project enters second day, impacting Vaishno Devi pilgrimage; hunger strike continues.

Meanwhile, pilgrims expressed frustration over the shutdown, citing the closure of eateries and the suspension of local transport, which caused significant inconvenience

Protests erupted in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, against a proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project. Led by the Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, locals claim the project threatens their livelihoods. Despite assurances,

Protesters launch hunger strike for release of detainees Correspondent KATRA, Dec 26: The ongoing 72-hour shutdown in Katra against the proposed ropeway project connecting Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine,

Katra, the base camp for pilgrims visiting the revered Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, is witnessing a 72-hour shutdown. As protests against the proposed ropeway project escalate, called by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangarsh Samiti,

Last month, The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board had announced its plans to install the ropeway to facilitate access to the temple for senior citizen