
⚠️ Devotees offered silver at Vaishno Devi… but most of it turned out to be fake What was believed to be pure silver offerings was reportedly found mixed with cadmium and iron after testing by a government mint. 📌 What was discovered: • 20 Tonnes Tested → Offerings sent for quality assessment • Shocking Result → Only around 5–6% was actual silver • Massive Value Drop → Expected value fell drastically after testing • Fake Metal Sold Nearby → Allegedly sourced from shops around pilgrimage routes • Toxic Risk → Cadmium fumes can seriously harm lungs and kidneys This is not just a financial fraud. It’s a breach of trust and faith. Many families save money for months to make such offerings believing they are buying genuine silver. Blind trust can become expensive. Especially when emotions are involved.
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