Protest over Vaishno Devi Ropeway Project turns violent in J&K

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on November 25, 2024
Pony and palanquin owners protesting a new ropeway project near the Vaishno Devi shrine clashed with police in Katra, leaving one officer injured. The protesters, concerned about losing their livelihoods, extended their strike after negotiations failed. They are demanding the project's cancellation or financial compensation,...

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Region administered by India
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Katra, Jammu and Kashmir

Temple City in Jammu & Kashmir, India

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Pony and palanquin owners protesting a new ropeway project near the Vaishno Devi shrine clashed with police in Katra, leaving one officer injured. The...
on November 25, 2024 โ€ข IndiaTimes

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