Vaishno Devi Devasthan — Terms of Use
Last updated: 1 January 2026
By using this website (vaishnodevidevasthan.org.in) you agree to these terms.
1. Nature of this Website
This is an independent volunteer-run pilgrim information portal dedicated to Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. We are not affiliated with the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) or the Government of Jammu & Kashmir. The official Shrine Board website is maavaishnodevi.org.
2. Information Accuracy
We make every effort to keep information accurate and up to date. However:
- Aarti timings, fares and rules are subject to change by SMVDSB without notice.
- You should always verify critical information (helicopter slots, accommodation availability, festival dates) from the official Shrine Board portal before travel.
- We do not warrant the accuracy of third-party links or content.
3. No Booking or Reservation Service
We do not sell helicopter tickets, hotel rooms, yatra slips, prasad packets or any service. All booking links route to the official SMVDSB portal or Indian Railways. Any third party claiming otherwise is unauthorised.
4. Copyright
Original written content on this site (excluding quoted government notifications) is © Vaishno Devi Devasthan Editorial. You may share short excerpts with attribution and a link back to the source page. For full reproduction, contact our editorial desk.
5. Images
Photographs used on this site are either:
- Original photographs taken by our editorial team
- AI-generated illustrative imagery, used under fair editorial principles
- Public-domain or Creative Commons images, credited where required
6. Disclaimer of Liability
Information on this site is provided “as is”. We disclaim liability for any loss or inconvenience caused by reliance on our information. Pilgrims undertake the yatra at their own risk; the SMVDSB and licensed operators are responsible for on-ground safety and operations.
7. Third-Party Links
This site links to external resources such as maavaishnodevi.org, irctc.co.in, jksrtc.in and Google services. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
8. Advertising
This site may display Google AdSense and other display ads. We do not endorse the products or services advertised. Click responsibly.
9. Changes to these Terms
We may update these terms at any time. Continued use of the site after changes implies acceptance.
10. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of India and disputes shall be subject to the courts in Jammu & Kashmir.
11. Contact
editor@vaishnodevidevasthan.org.in