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Vaishno Devi 2026: This year, the faith of devotees in Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan, one of the most prestigious religious places in the country, is creating new records. visit to the holy cave temple 22 June 2026 Achieving an important achievement till now, the figure of 50 lakh pilgrims has been crossed. According to official figures, by this period approximately 50.70 lakh Devotees have bowed their heads in the court of Mata Rani.
This achievement is not just a number, but also a symbol of the unwavering faith, belief and devotion of crores of devotees. Every year lakhs of devotees from India and abroad reach Katra for the darshan of Mata Vaishno Devi and despite the difficult climb, complete this holy journey with full enthusiasm.
Significant increase compared to last year
If compared with last year’s figures, a significant increase in travel has been recorded this time. By the same period in the year 2025, approximately 39.84 lakh Devotees had darshan of Mata Vaishno Devi, whereas this year this number has increased. 50.70 lakh Has reached. i.e. in about a year 10.86 lakh Additional devotees have reached the court of Mata Rani.
Experts believe that better facilities, easy travel arrangements and increasing confidence of devotees have played an important role in this record growth.
Devotees’ trust increased on Shrine Board’s arrangements
of Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, under the chairmanship of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, is continuously working towards improving the travel facilities. In the last few years, many improvements have been made in travel routes, accommodation system, cleanliness, health services and digital facilities.
For the convenience of the devotees, preparations related to battery car service, ropeway facility, modern crowd management system, medical aid center and disaster management have also been strengthened. Due to these efforts, passengers are getting a more safe and comfortable experience, due to which people’s confidence in traveling is continuously increasing.
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The number may increase further due to Amarnath Yatra
this year 3 July 2026 The holy journey of Shri Amarnath ji is also going to start from this year. Every year lakhs of devotees from India and abroad reach Jammu and Kashmir to have darshan of Baba Barfani. Of these, a large number are such devotees who along with Amarnath Yatra also visit Mata Vaishno Devi.
For this reason, experts related to religious tourism estimate that after the commencement of Amarnath Yatra, there may be further increase in Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra. There is a possibility of a big jump in the number of devotees in the months of July and August.
Strong comeback despite challenges
It is worth noting that last year the impact of many unexpected circumstances was seen on the journey. Incidents like the terrorist attack in Pahalgam area, Operation Sindoor and subsequent heavy rains and floods in the month of August had affected the travel arrangements. Due to these circumstances a decline in the number of devotees was also recorded.
But, this year due to normalization of the situation and better management, Yatra has made a great comeback. The figure of more than 50 lakh devotees is a clear indication that people’s faith in Mata Vaishno Devi has become stronger than ever.
New record of faith and belief
Crossing the figure of 50 lakh in the middle of the year is being considered a very positive sign for the coming months. If this pace continues, the year 2026 may prove to be one of the most successful years in the history of Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra.
The increasing enthusiasm of the devotees, better arrangements and the impact of the upcoming Amarnath Yatra can together set new records in the court of Mata Rani in the coming times.
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