Vaishno Devi Shrine Board funds were used for Iftaar parties alleges petition challenging Government control; J&K HC issues Notice
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Shrine was discovered and established by the Baridars under the spiritual guidance of Pandit Shridhar in the 10th Century AD.
Baridars used to manage and control Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine before its State take over in 1986.
Baridars used to manage and control Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine before its State take over in 1986.
Petition challenges the constitutional validity of the Jammu & Kashmir Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board Act, 1988, which vests control over the Shrine in the hands of the Government. 
Petition asks for external audit of the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Fund. However, corruption is now apparent in the working of the Government-controlled Shrine Board. This is against the Hindu interests.
Shrine Board funds were squandered for throwing Iftaar parties in favour of members of a different religious group.
Funds from the Shrine have been spent by the Board beyond the scope of Section 4 of the 1988 Act causing a broad daylight heist on Hindu sentiments.
Funds from the Shrine have been spent by the Board beyond the scope of Section 4 of the 1988 Act causing a broad daylight heist on Hindu sentiments.
Protest is also raised stating that the Board has employed several non-Hindus in its administration.
Shrine Board has taken effective steps in destroying the historical significance of the religious landmarks that exist across the traditional route namely Charan Padukas, Ardha Kunwari etc..
