Machail Yatra Schedule 2023

The annual Machail pilgrimage to the shrine of Maa Chandi would commence from July 25 to 5^th September and the holy mace of the Goddess will reach the shrine at Machail on August 22. The sacred shrine of Mata Chandi, commonly known as Machail Mata is located at an altitude of 9,500 feet in Machail village of Sub-Division Paddar and district Kishtwar.

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Beginning 25th of July 2023 the annual Machail Yatra has officially commenced. However, the schedule for the Machail Yatra 2023 is as under –

Jammu	Kishtwar
Kishtwar	Atholi
Atholi	Jawala Ji Temple
Jawala Ji Temple	Atholi
Atholi	Gulab Garh
Gulab Garh	Chishoti
Chishoti	Machail
Machail	Machail
Machail	Atholi
Atholi	Doda

PRICE OF TICKETS

One Way Ticket from Gulabgarh to Machail and Machail to Gulabgarh : Rs 3790

Two Way Tickets : Rs 7580

Tickets for Heli Service will be available from the 25th of July at Kishtwar and Gulabgarh

Booking Agents assigned for ticketing of Himalayan Heli Services:
Trikuta Travel Planners (Jammu) 7006211125,9419182968
New India Tour and Travels (Katra) 9796700000
Saksham Travels(Udhampur) 9419161983
Mr. Vishal Gupta (Kishtwar) 8716060783
Mr. Vinod (Nai Basti) 9419126883
Mr. Vinay(Pacca Danga) 9419126883

For direct booking: https://www.himalayanheli.com/machail-mata-yatra.php

You can also book tickets from the counters of Aryan Aviation.

Contact Person : Mr. Vishal Gupta (Kishtwar) 8716060783

During Yatra few things every yatries should take into consideration. (Read Below)

Do’s for the Yatries

Do carry sufficient woolen clothing as the temperature may sometimes abruptly fall.
Do carry an umbrella, wind cheater, raincoat, and waterproof shoes as the weather in the Yatra area is unpredictable.
Do keep your clothes and eatables in a suitable water-proof bag to avoid your belongings getting wet.
Do travel in a group, with porters/horses / ponies carrying your luggage.
Do ensure that all those comprising the group remain in your sight, lest you are separated from your group.
Do seek immediate assistance from the Police in case any member of your group is missing.
Do help your fellow Yatris traveling with you and perform Yatra with a pious mind.
Free food facility is available in the entire Yatra area at the Langars.
Earth, water, air, fire and sky are integral parts of Lord Shiva. Therefore respect the environment and do nothing whatsoever to pollute the Yatra area.
Do strictly follow the instructions issued by the District Administration Kishtwar, from time to time.
Do carry your identity card/driving license with you.
For Ladies: Saree is not a suitable dress for the Yatra. Salwar Kameez, a pant-shirt or a tracksuit will be better.

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Don’ts for the Yatris

Don’t stop at places that are marked by warning notices. Walk only on the tracks.
Don’t walk barefoot or be without woolen clothing at any time as the temperature in the Yatra area remains low and changes abruptly.
Don’t use slippers because there are steep rises and falls on the route to the Holy Cave. Only wear trekking shoes with laces.
Don’t attempt any shortcuts on the route as doing so is dangerous.
Don’t commence the journey on an empty stomach. If you do so, you may attract a serious medical problem.
Don’t do anything during the entire Yatra which could cause pollution or disturb the environment of the area.
Do not bring with you any polythene material as its use is banned in J&K and is punishable under law.
Don’t carry expensive or heavy jewelry during the yatra.
Don’t overload yourself with extra stuff on steep roads.
Don’t ever try alcohol during the yatra. It is strictly prohibited there.
Heavy jewelry should be avoided during the journey.
Don’t try to wash hands/ clothes/ bath in the rivers on the way.
Don’t attempt any shortcuts on the route as doing so would be dangerous

Machail Yatra Schedule 2023