No criminal negligence found in 35-pilgrim landslide, probe pending final review.

A police Action Taken Report submitted to a Katra court found no criminal negligence by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board officials in the August 26, 2025, landslide that killed 35 pilgrims, despite weather warnings. The report, filed after a court order, states no cognizable offense was established, pending a final review by a three-member committee appointed by the Lieutenant Governor. The case is set for next hearing on December 6, 2025.