KATRA, MAY 22 : The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday inaugurated a state-of-the-art Shri Mata Vaishno Devi helipad at Village Hutt in Katra, officials said.
The integrated aviation facility is designed to streamline helicopter operations and improve heli-connectivity, safety and convenience for pilgrims visiting the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. Authorities said the helipad will support more efficient transport during peak pilgrimage periods and enhance emergency evacuation capabilities.
Officials highlighted that the facility incorporates modern navigational and safety features to meet operational standards and handle increased passenger traffic. The inauguration is part of broader efforts to upgrade infrastructure around the shrine and improve the overall pilgrim experience, they added.
