Spl Story;Charri Yatra Leaves Kishtwar with Simplicity Amid Mourning Over Chashoti Cloudburst Tragedy Slug-1908ZS_KTR_CHARI_YATRA_R By Raja Rehber Jamal Location: Kishtwar VO:In the wake of the devastating Chashoti cloudburst tragedy during the Machail Mata Yatra 2025, the annual Charri Yatra of Machail Mata commenced its journey from Kishtwar with utmost simplicity and solemnity.   The Holy Mace (Chhari Mubarak), which arrived in Kishtwar yesterday evening, resumed its sacred journey towards Padder this morning after a night halt at the Gori Shanker Temple. Unlike previous years, this year’s Yatra is witnessing a notably smaller gathering of devotees, as the entire region remains under the shadow of grief following the natural calamity.   The cloudburst, which struck the Chashoti area of Padder on August 14, has so far claimed at least 65 lives, injured dozens, and left many still missing. Rescue operations continue for the sixth consecutive day.   With emotions running high, the Holy Mace was received at the Gori Shanker Temple with reverence but in a subdued manner. District Police Kishtwar has ensured tight security arrangements for the Yatra. As a mark of respect for the victims, all traditional celebrations, including cultural programs and Jagratas, have been cancelled this year.   This morning, locals gathered at the Gori Shanker Temple to offer prayers and seek blessings from Machail Mata, with many praying for protection from future calamities and the safe success of the ongoing rescue efforts.   Convener of Sanatan Dharam Sabha Kishtwar, Arvind Sen, while speaking to media, said that although the Holy Mace was welcomed with honour, the entire Yatra is being conducted in a simplified manner to show solidarity with the bereaved families. He added that the Yatra will proceed to the revered Machail shrine through its traditional route and scheduled halts, in accordance with established practice.   As the Charri Yatra passes through the Chashoti area—the very site of the disaster—it carries with it the prayers, pain, and hope of an entire region still healing from the tragedy. FEED.  Shots  Byte of Arvind Sen, Convener SDS Kishtwar  Regards Raja Rehber Jamal Chenab Valley E-mail :- rehberjamal12@gmail.com, rehberjamal12@rediffmail.com Mob:- 8803163150, 7006027038 , 7051440613