JAMMU, April 10 -- The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) has signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Tehri Hydro Development Corporation Limited India Limited (THDCIL) and the Geological Survey of India (GSI) to enhance pilgrim safety and security during the pilgrimage to the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine.

The agreement was finalised during a recent board meeting chaired by lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha, aiming to ensure the long-term safety and resilience of the yatra route.

The MoU outlines a collaborative approach involving advanced geotechnical and geophysical investigations, and modern slope stabilisation techniques. Specialised committees will be formed to conduct geological surveys, assess ...