Srinagar, Feb 8 (JKNS): The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday chaired a meeting of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, during which a series of high-impact decisions were approved to comprehensively transform the shrine and its surrounding region into one of India’s leading and globally acclaimed spiritual destinations.
Sinha Chaired Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board meeting today as per news agency JKNS. A series of high-impact decisions have been finalized to completely transform the shrine and its surrounding region into India’s leading and most vibrant spiritual destination-earning worldwide acclaim, wrote office of J&K LG on X as per JKNS.
The Shrine Board has approved three initiatives, an international museum dedicated to Maa Shakti’s spiritual heritage, a sound-and-light spectacle modeled on global pilgrimage sites, and a documentary on the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, LG Sinha said.
Board has decided to fill vacant positions, with recruitment process set to begin shortly. The board has also greenlit the establishment of coaching centers offering free NEET preparation to youth from surrounding areas, he said.
The Board approved formulation and phased implementation of a rehabilitation plan for the service providers on Mata Vaishno Devi track, like ponywallas etc, in line with the directives of the National Green Tribunal, Sinha said.
A committee has been constituted to assess strategies for expanding pilgrimage numbers, enhancing pilgrimage experience and present recommendations to the Board, he said.
Sinha further said, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has resolved to prioritize purchases from self-help groups, women and young local entrepreneurs to supercharge regional economy. Board would source Mata’s offerings locally, channeling funds directly into community growth.
Since Mata’s abode puts Katra city on the global map, Board has decided to contribute directly for city’s transformation. It’s Board’s resolve to make Katra clean, vibrant, and equipped with modern infrastructure for residents and the millions who arrive as pilgrims, Sinha said.
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has decided to spearhead sports development across the Jammu region- cultivating future champions, safeguarding youth health, and transforming Jammu & Kashmir UT into a national sporting powerhouse alongside its spiritual eminence, he said. (JKNS)