Shutdown and Hunger Strike in Holy Town: Protests Rock Katra Against Ropeway Project
Katra, the base camp for Mata Vaishno Devi, faces a shutdown due to protests against a proposed ropeway project. The town witnesses a hunger strike by youths demanding the release of detained protesters. Despite disruptions, pilgrims continue to flock to the shrine as New Year approaches.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Reasi/Jammu | Updated: 31-12-2024 14:53 IST | Created: 31-12-2024 14:53 IST

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In Katra, the base camp for Mata Vaishno Devi, a protest against a proposed ropeway project has triggered a week-long shutdown, causing significant disruptions.
Youths engaged in a hunger strike are demanding the release of fellow protesters who were detained. The shutdown has seen shops and traffic come to a standstill.
Despite the disruptions, pilgrims remain undeterred, flocking to the shrine on New Year's day, driven by faith rather than the conveniences impacted by the ongoing protest.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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