NEW DELHI: A 72-hour strike will begin on Wednesday in Katra, with pony wallas, shopkeepers and other business owners protesting a proposed ropeway project.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangarsh Samiti announced the bandh on Tuesday, stating that all activities in Katra would be halted during this period.
“We have announced a 72-hour bandh in Katra starting tomorrow against the ropeway project. We seek the support of all residents of Katra to make the strike successful,” said a spokesperson for the Samiti.
The spokesperson also mentioned that the administration had initially scheduled a meeting for December 23 but postponed it to 3pm today.
“We met with the deputy commissioner today. They requested more time to discuss the issue with higher authorities. Therefore, we have decided to proceed with the strike,” he added.
Last month, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board approved the ropeway project to provide easier access to the temple for senior citizens, children, and others who struggle with the 13-km climb to the cave shrine.
The proposed Rs 250-crore project will connect Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat, which leads to the cave shrine in Reasi district.
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