Shri Machail Mata Yatra 2025 commences with Over 5000 Pilgrims
Kishtwar, 26 July , 2025
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| Shri Machail Mata Yatra 2025 commences with Over 5000 Pilgrims |
The revered Shree Machail Mata Yatra 2025, which officially commenced on July 25, 2025, crossed the 5 thousand approx mark, and darshan performed by 4,944 holy diety including male 3861, female 776 and children 307 pilgrims at the Holy Shree Chandi Mata Mandir of Machail Paddar.
This annual Yatra is one of the most significant pilgrimages in the Jammu Division.
The popularity of Shree Machail Yatra has soared in last years, with about 3 lakh pilgrims visiting last year alone.
Pilgrims along with the holy mace (Chhari) procession will proceed from Jammu on August 17 towards Darbar following traditional path and transits.
The weather at Machail Bhawan remains clear, ensuring a smooth experience for the devotees.
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| Shri Machail Mata Yatra 2025 commences with Over 5000 Pilgrims |
The Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar in collaboration with the district administration Kishtwar, spearheaded by Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma and local administration, is diligently working to ensure comprehensive arrangements for the Yatris this year.
Langars by devotees near Bhawan Machail and enroute are offering meals to the pilgrims.
Additionally, lodging facilities at the Yatri Bhawan Gulabgarh, Sapphire Guest House, luxury mushroom tents by district administration Kishtwar, along with various tent accommodations and Yatri Sarai near Chandi Mata Bhawan, Machail, are available to ensure comfort for the visitors.
With the footfall expected to exceed 5 lakh this year, Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma has appealed Yatris to follow guidelines/ SoPs and Yatra timings religiously.
Departure Timing,
Kishtwar to Gulabgarh - 05:00 AM to 05:00 PM, Gulabgarh to Machail - 04:30 AM to 04:30 PM and Arrival Timing Machail to Gulabgarh - 04:30 AM to 04:30 PM, Gulabgarh to Kishtwar- 05:00 AM to 05:00 PM.
These facilities provided to Yatris include enhancements to roads, water supply, footpaths, sanitation, security, and online registration through the website to ensure a safe and pleasant journey for the pilgrims.
The addition of a road up to Chashoti on the Gulabgarh to Machail axis has significantly reduced the trekking distance, now taking approximately 3-4 hours. Furthermore, the road from Chishoti to Hamori is clear, with the only pending work being the construction of a bridge at Chishoti, which is progressing rapidly on a war footing basis and is expected to be completed soon.
New bridges and repairs to existing infrastructure aim to provide a safe and hassle-free experience for Yatris amid challenging geography.
He urged the pilgrims to visit the official Machail Yatra website at www.shrimachailmatayatra.com for online registration and updated information regarding the Yatra, including, routes and other facilities.
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| Shri Machail Mata Yatra 2025 commences with Over 5000 Pilgrims |
This resource is designed to help pilgrims stay informed and address any queries they may have. Yatris are advised to carry their Aadhar cards and review the guidelines on the website.
The administration remains committed to ensuring a seamless and spiritually fulfilling experience for all devotees participating in the Shree Machail Yatra this year.