KATRA, Oct. 15 -- A Shobha Yatra featuring decorated tableaux depicting revered deities was held in Katra on Thursday as part of the ongoing Navratra Festival 2026, drawing devotees, pilgrims and local residents.
Chief Planning Officer Reasi Narinder Kumar attended the procession as chief guest and highlighted the religious and cultural significance of the festival, stressing the need to preserve the region's spiritual heritage.
A Prabhat Feri was also organised, with devotees and residents moving through the town's main streets while singing devotional bhajans and reciting religious hymns.
Meanwhile, the All India Devotional Song Competition at Yog Ashram saw Rajeev Salotra of Jammu secure first place among 13 participants. Anshu Kalotr...