Vaishno Devi Shrine expansion displaces families in compensation battle

The expansion of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board's institutional footprint has resulted in the displacement of multiple families who are now locked in legal disputes over adequate compensation. The development raises fundamental questions about how "public purpose" is defined in such large-scale projects.

The displaced families claim insufficient compensation for their loss of property and livelihood, while the shrine board's growth continues unchecked. The situation highlights the tension between religious and developmental projects and the rights of affected communities.