🪔 Machail Yatra : A Journey Of Faith Machail Mata Yatra 2026 The Ultimate Guide to Dates, Route, and Registration "The Himalayan pilgrimages are the oldest organised travel system, evolved over time by Hindu sages and embodying the spirit of wander, adventure, and spirituality." 2 Lakh+ Pilgrims in 2024 45 Days Annual Yatra Duration 12,000 ft Shrine Altitude .5 km Trek from
The Twin Ancient Stone Temples of Cherji Nagseni Kishtwar
The Twin Ancient Stone Temples of Cherji, Nagseni, Kishtwar A Study in Kashmiri Nagara Architecture In the rugged hills of Cherji village, Nagseni Tehsil, Kishtwar District, Jammu and Kashmir, two modest stone shrines stand as silent witnesses to a forgotten chapter of Western Himalayan architecture. Dating to the 8th–11th centuries CE,
WAZIR-E- WAZARAT: DUNI CHAND MEHTA: BRAVE HEART OF KISHTWAR
WAZIR-E- WAZARAT: DUNI CHAND MEHTA: BRAVE HEART OF KISHTWAR Duni Chand Mehta hailed from a prestigious lineage of renowned Vaidyas (Ayurvedic physicians) in Kishtwar district, some of whom had served in the royal court of Jammu and Kashmir. Rising through the ranks, he held the esteemed position of Assistant Governor of
The Lost Monastery of Ahiliya – A Forgotten Himalayan Seat of Buddhist Learning
Mega 3-Day Awareness Drive in Kishtwar Concludes with 2,000+ Participants
Mega 3-Day Awareness Drive in Kishtwar Concludes with 2,000+ Participants April 10, 2026 | Kishtwar, J&K The Department of School Education, Kishtwar, has successfully concluded a massive three-day district-level awareness programme. The event, which saw an overwhelming turnout of over 2,000 participants, brought together students, teachers, and various government departments to champion
No Shortage of Essentials in Kishtwar: DC Urges Public to Avoid Panic Buying
No Shortage of Essentials in Kishtwar: DC Reassures Public Amid Panic Buying Rumors KISHTWAR, March 27: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Kishtwar, Sh. Pankaj Kumar Sharma (JKAS), has issued a strong advisory to the residents of the district, confirming that there is an absolute sufficiency of fuel, food grains, and other
Kishtwar Advances Towards Census 2027: Day 2 of Phase-I Training Focuses on Digital Proficiency
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World TB Day 2026: DC Kishtwar Launches ‘TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan’ 100-Day Campaign
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DC Kishtwar Directs Fast-Track Expansion of 4G Saturation & 5G Infrastructure
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NIC Kishtwar organizes Awareness Workshop on Safer Internet Day
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DC Kishtwar Approves 61 New Youth Projects Under Mission YUVA
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Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0 Launched in Marwah: Kishtwar Aims for 100% Saturation
KISHTWAR, J&K – In a significant move toward achieving total developmental saturation, the District Administration of Kishtwar has officially launched Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0 in the Aspirational Block of Marwah. The launch was led by MLA Inderwal, Sh. Pyare Lal Sharma (via virtual address), and Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Sh. Pankaj Kumar Sharma
Capacity building program on branding and packaging of Handloom and Handicrafts products under RAMP scheme (Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance) MOT GOI
Capacity building program on branding and packaging of Handloom and Handicrafts products under RAMP scheme (Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance) MOT GOI As per the direction of The Worthy Director Handloom and Handicrafts Jammu, JD Handloom and Handicraft Jammu, today the Department of Handloom and Handicrafts Department Kishtwar with the Support
Kishtwar Plateau: A Study of its Geological and Historical Heritage
Kishtwar Plateau: A Study of its Geological and Historical Heritage The Kishtwar Plateau, nestled in the heart of the Himalayas, presents a fascinating geological and cultural landscape shaped over millions of years by dynamic natural forces and human history. Unlike the sharply jagged peaks typical of the region, this plateau stands
Kishtwar Girls Secure Gold at 36th North Zone Athletics Championships 2025
Kishtwar Athletes Secure Gold at 36th North Zone Athletics Championships 2025 It is a moment of immense regional pride for Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, as a team of young athletes has clinched the Gold Medal in the Relay (U-16 Category) at the 36th North Zone Athletics Championships 2025. The prestigious event,
ANCIENT MANDIR AND ARCHEAOLOGICAL SITES AT DRUBEEL KISHTWAR
ANCIENT MANDIR AND ARCHEAOLOGICAL SITES AT DRUBEEL KISHTWAR Drubeel, a village towards the North-west side of District Kishtwar and is almost 37 KM from the district headquarters. In this village, there is a majestic Densher Devta Mandir, a name that belies its rich history and cultural significance. Derived
HIS LAST STAND AND FINAL BREATH – VALIANT MARTYR SH. SEWA RAM THAKUR OF THAKARIE KISHTWAR
Shri Machail Mata Yatra 2025 commences with Over 5000 Pilgrims
Shri Machail Mata Yatra 2025 commences with Over 5,000 Pilgrims Kishtwar, 26 July ,2025 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
Invitation of objections to the list of Cluster Resource Coordinator
ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES OF KISHTWAR THAT CHALLENGES OUR UNDERSTANDING OF HISTORY
ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES OF KISHTWAR THAT CHALLENGES OUR UNDERSTANDING OF HISTORY Kishtwar has been a remote and inaccessible region since ancient times. It is almost impossible to accurately estimate when people started settling here as there is no written evidence available to determine who the first settlers were or where