Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Shri Anand Bardhan held a meeting with senior officials in Haridwar to review preparations for the upcoming 2027 Kumbh Mela and Char Dham Yatra.
The Chief Secretary discussed the preparations for Kumbh-2027 with Fair Officer Karmendra Singh at the Mayapur camp office. He directed that the government will finalize plans after consultations with saints and religious leaders to ensure that the event benefits Haridwar.
The Chief Secretary informed that the state government is actively working to streamline Char Dham Yatra arrangements. The registration process has already started, and district-level officials are conducting inspections. Given the increasing number of pilgrims, all states and prominent individuals have been requested to avoid traveling during the initial phase of the yatra.
The Chief Secretary stated that the plans for Kumbh-2027 are being developed in the best interest of Haridwar. He also noted that he had previously served as the District Magistrate of Haridwar and was the Fair Officer during the 2010 Kumbh Mela.
Speaking to the media, he mentioned that officials are on the ground ensuring proper arrangements for Char Dham Yatra. Any decision regarding the full Kumbh Mela will be taken after consultations with saints and religious leaders.
Following the review, the Chief Secretary visited Shri Maya Devi Temple, Daksha Prajapati Temple in Kankhal, and participated in the Ganga Aarti. The District Magistrate, SSP, and other officials were also present during the visit.