Booking a battery car (also known as an electric vehicle or eco-friendly car) for your pilgrimage to Vaishno Devi can make your journey more comfortable, especially for elderly devotees or those with mobility issues. Here’s how you can book a battery car for the Vaishno Devi Yatra:
1. Battery Car Routes:
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Katra to Banganga (Approx. 1.5 km) – This is the initial stretch.
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Banganga to Adhkuwari (Approx. 6 km) – A key segment.
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Adhkuwari to Sanjichhat (Approx. 3 km) – Near the final climb.
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Sanjichhat to Bhawan (Approx. 2.5 km) – The last stretch before reaching the shrine.
2. How to Book a Battery Car?
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Online Booking:
You can book battery car tickets online via the official Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board website:
🔗 https://www.maavaishnodevi.org
(Go to “Online Services” → “Battery Car Booking”) -
Offline Booking:
Tickets can also be purchased at the battery car counters in Katra, Banganga, Adhkuwari, or Sanjichhat.
3. Battery Car Fare (Approx.)
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Katra to Banganga: ~₹150-200 per person
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Banganga to Adhkuwari: ~₹300-400 per person
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Adhkuwari to Sanjichhat: ~₹200-300 per person
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Sanjichhat to Bhawan: ~₹150-200 per person
(Prices may vary; check the latest rates before booking.)
4. Important Tips:
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Advance Booking Recommended (especially during peak seasons like Navratri, Diwali, and holidays).
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Limited Seats – Battery cars operate on a fixed schedule, so plan accordingly.
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Pony/Palki Alternative – If battery cars are unavailable, you can opt for ponies or palkis (palanquins).
5. Contact Information:
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Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board Helpline:
📞 01991-234804 / 01991-234053 -
Email: info@maavaishnodevi.org
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