Pony and palanquin owners protesting a new ropeway project near the Vaishno Devi shrine clashed with police in Katra, leaving one officer injured. The protesters, concerned about losing their livelihoods, extended their strike after negotiations failed. They are demanding the project’s cancellation or financial compensation, leading to tense confrontations with authorities.
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