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J&K: Shutdown in Katra against ropeway project enters second day, protestors launch hunger strike

IndiaTimes Thursday, 26 December 2024 ()
A 72-hour shutdown in Katra against the proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project has entered its second day, with protesters on a hunger strike demanding the release of detained members. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti claims that the project threatens local livelihoods. The bandh has halted business activities, causing inconvenience to pilgrims.
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