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Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma stated that LG Manoj Sinha will take steps to secure the Mata Vaishnodevi pilgrimage following a tragic landslide. The landslide near Adhkuwari on August 26 claimed over 30 lives and injured 20 pilgrims. LG Sinha has constituted a three-member committee to investigate the incident and recommend safety measures. The committee is expected to submit its report within two weeks to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Key Points: LG Manoj Sinha to Secure Mata Vaishnodevi Yatra After Landslide Tragedy

  • LG Sinha orders high-level committee to investigate landslide causes
  • Committee headed by Shaleen Kabra to submit report in two weeks
  • Focus on assessing rescue response and preventing future incidents
  • Seven injured pilgrims reported stable and receiving satisfactory treatment
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LG Manoj Sinha will take steps to secure Mata Vaishnodevi pilgrimage yatra: J-K LoP

J-K LoP confirms LG Manoj Sinha will implement measures to secure Mata Vaishnodevi pilgrimage after landslide killed over 30 near Adhkuwari.

"LG Manoj Sinha will take steps to make this yatra secure in the future. - Sunil Sharma"

Reasi, August 31

Jammu and Kashmir Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Sunday said that Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha will "take steps" to make Mata Vaishnodevi pilgrimage yatra "secure" in the future days after more than 30 people lost their lives in a landslide that took place near Ardhkuwari on August 26

Kumar told ANI on Sunday, "Seven people who were injured are stable now. A satisfactory treatment is going on for them. This is a painful, sad and regrettable incident. Almost 35-36 people lost their lives. I express my gratitude to LG Manoj Sinha for constituting a 3-member committee for an in-depth inquiry . This is not a casual yatra. LG Manoj Sinha will take steps to make this yatra secure in the future."

Sharma visited Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Hospital to meet the injured a day earlier and urged hospital authorities to "provide the best care for all"

Meanwhile, on Thursday, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has ordered the constitution of a high-level three-member committee to investigate the causes of the landslide that occurred on August 26 near Adhkuwari en route to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine.

Shaleen Kabra, Additional Chief Secretary of the Department of Jal Shakti, Jammu and Kashmir, will head the committee, which includes the Divisional Commissioner and the Inspector General of Police, Jammu, according to an official order.

The committee has been tasked to conduct a detailed investigation and submit its report within two weeks to LG Sinha, who is also the chairman of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), it said.

The order has stated that the Committee shall examine in detail the causes and reasons behind the incident and point out any lapses, assess responses in the form of rescue and relief measures undertaken and suggest appropriate SOPs and measures for preventing recurrence of such incidents in future, the order said.

The order came following the August 26 landslide, which occurred near Inderprastha Bhojnalaya at Adhkwari cave temple located on the way to the Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta Hills in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir.

A devastating landslide occurred near the Vaishno Devi temple in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district, claiming more than 30 lives and injuring 20 others. The disaster struck on Tuesday afternoon, around 3 pm, when heavy rains triggered a massive landslide near the Inderprastha Bhojnalaya at Adhkuwari, about halfway along the 12-kilometre trek from Katra to the shrine.

- ANI

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Priya S
My family just returned from the yatra last month. The path near Ardhkuwari is indeed quite risky during monsoon. Authorities should install proper retaining walls and warning systems. Jai Mata Di 🕉️
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Sunil U
While I appreciate LG Sinha's quick response, this tragedy was preventable. Regular geological surveys and monsoon preparedness should be mandatory for all Himalayan pilgrimages. Too many lives lost due to negligence.
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Anjali F
The committee should also look into crowd management during peak seasons. The narrow paths get overcrowded making evacuation difficult during emergencies. Proper planning needed!
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Vikram M
Good that they're taking this seriously. Vaishnodevi is not just a religious site but also a major contributor to Jammu tourism. Safety of pilgrims must be top priority. Hope the report leads to concrete actions.
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Kavya N
Heartbreaking news 😢 My thoughts with the families who lost their loved ones. The authorities should also ensure proper compensation and support for the affected families. Mata Rani bless everyone.

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