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A vehicle carrying 20 pilgrims on the Char Dham Yatra fell into the Alaknanda river near Rudraprayag, killing two and injuring eight. Ten people remain missing as rescue operations continue.

2 killed, 10 missing after vehicle carrying pilgrims falls into Alaknanda river in Uttarakhand

A vehicle carrying 20 pilgrims on the Char Dham Yatra fell into the Alaknanda river near Rudraprayag, killing two and injuring eight. Ten people remain missing as rescue operations continue.

At least two people were killed, eight injured and ten others reported missing on Thursday when a 31-seater bus carrying pilgrims from Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra to Badrinath fell into the Alaknanda river here, police said.
The vehicle met with the accident near the Gholtir village on the Badrinath National Highway between Rudraprayag and Gauchar, they said.
Relief and rescue efforts, hampered by the strong currents of the river, are underway on the spot with the help of local villagers.
Two bodies have been recovered, one near the accident site and the other from the river near Rudraprayag, Satyendra Singh Bhandari, a member of the Red Cross Society rescue team told PTI.
They were identified as Vishal Soni (42) from Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Drimmy (17), a resident of Surat in Gujarat.
The accident occurred at around 7.30 am as the bus fell into the river several hundred feet down the road with a loud bang, Bhandari, who lives close to the accident site, said.
Whoever heard the sound rushed towards the scene of the accident, he said.
Eight people, including four women and two children, were injured in the accident while ten others went missing, the SP office said, adding that the injured were rushed to the district hospital from where some of them were airlifted to AIIMS, Rishikesh in a helicopter.
There were 20 people, including the driver, on board the vehicle when it fell into the river, it said.
The missing pilgrims are: Ravi Bhavasar (28) from Udaipur, Mauli Soni (19) from Gujarat, Lalit Kumar Soni (48) from Gogunda, Rajasthan, Gauri Soni (41) from Rajgarh, Sanjay Soni (55) from Udaipur, Mayuri (24) from Surat, Chetna Soni (52) from Udaipur, Cheshta (12) from Gujarat, Katta Ranjana Ashok (54) from Maharashtra and Sushila Soni (77) from Udaipur.
The injured were identified as Deepika Soni (42) from Sirohi Meena in Rajasthan, Hemlata Soni (45) from Gogunda, Rajasthan, Ishwar Soni (46) from Gujarat, Amita Soni (49) from Maharashtra, Soni Bhavna Ishwar (43) from Gujarat, Bhavya Soni (7) from Gujarat, Parth Soni (10) from Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh and the driver named Sumit Kumar (23) from Haridwar, police said.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said the Kedarnath Yatra reflects a blend of faith and development, with over 11.4 lakh devotees and ₹300 crore local economic impact in just 48 days.

Over 11 lakh devotees visit Kedarnath by June 18; CM Dhami hails it as a blend of faith and development

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said the Kedarnath Yatra reflects a blend of faith and development, with over 11.4 lakh devotees and ₹300 crore local economic impact in just 48 days.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday highlighted the unprecedented success of the ongoing Kedarnath Dham Yatra, calling it a powerful blend of spiritual devotion and development.&nbsp;
Sharing updates on social media platform X, CM Dhami revealed that over 11.4 lakh pilgrims have visited the sacred Kedarnath shrine in just 48 days.
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"श्री केदारनाथ धाम यात्रा बना रही नए कीर्तिमान : आस्था के साथ विकास का अद्भुत संगम !" सिर्फ 48 दिनों में बाबा केदार के दर्शन के लिए 11 लाख 40 हजार से अधिक श्रद्धालु केदारपुरी पहुंच चुके हैं। श्रद्धा की इस ऐतिहासिक यात्रा ने प्रदेश की आर्थिकी को भी नई ऊर्जा दी है। यह केवल एक&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/O3g96vxNzd">pic.twitter.com/O3g96vxNzd</a>
&mdash; Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) <a href="https://twitter.com/pushkardhami/status/1936817252935852318?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Describing the yatra as &ldquo;a wonderful confluence of development with faith,&rdquo; the Chief Minister said the rising number of devotees has not only enhanced Uttarakhand&rsquo;s spiritual prominence but also bolstered its local economy. &ldquo;This is not just a pilgrimage but has become a symbol of Uttarakhand's economic, cultural and spiritual prosperity. Hail Baba Kedar!&rdquo; he stated, using the hashtag #CharDhamYatra2025.
The Char Dham Yatra, which includes pilgrimages to Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri, is among the most significant religious circuits in Hinduism. In recent years, the state government has prioritized infrastructure upgrades&mdash;improving roads, heli services, and accommodation facilities&mdash;to ensure a safer and more comfortable experience for pilgrims.
The 2025 Yatra season, which began on May 2 with the opening of Kedarnath Dham, has seen record-breaking turnout. Officials credit this to both enhanced facilities and renewed spiritual enthusiasm. Security and medical arrangements have been intensified to handle the influx of devotees in high-altitude terrain.
The economic impact of the yatra is substantial. According to an official release, local hotels, eateries, shops, and service providers&mdash;such as horse-mule operators, heli service vendors, and dandi-kandi workers&mdash;have generated business worth around ₹300 crore. This has provided a major economic boost to local communities, especially traders, SHGs, and transporters.
Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Ashish Rawat shared that &ldquo;Till June 18, 2,27,614 pilgrims have reached for darshan through horses and mules, which has generated an income of Rs 66 crore 73 lakh 90 thousand 350.&rdquo; He noted that approximately 8,000 horses and mules have been registered, although operations were briefly affected by an outbreak of equine influenza.
Helicopter services continue to be a vital link for many devotees. District Tourism Officer and Nodal Heli Service official Rahul Chaubey said, &ldquo;Till June 18, 49,247 devotees have reached Baba Kedarnath Dham through heli services, which has generated an income of about Rs 60 crore.&rdquo; He also urged pilgrims to use only the official IRCTC website for bookings.
In addition, dandi-kandi services&mdash;especially useful for small children and elderly pilgrims&mdash;have seen over ₹2 crore in earnings this season. Over 7,000 operators are registered for these services, as highlighted by Additional Chief Officer of District Panchayat Rudraprayag, Sanjay Kumar.
Assistant Transport Officer of Rudraprayag, Kulwant Singh Chauhan, reported that 225 vehicles are currently registered for the Kedarnath shuttle services, generating revenue of nearly ₹11 crore by June 18.
The administration has also taken enforcement measures to maintain cleanliness and order, issuing fines totaling ₹4.17 lakh for violations including littering.
With spiritual commitment and developmental strides walking hand in hand, this year&rsquo;s Kedarnath Dham Yatra stands as a shining example of how pilgrimage and progress can coexist for the greater good of the people and the region.

Char Dham Yatra experiences a 31% decrease in pilgrims due to India-Pakistan tensions, necessitating urgent government action to restore confidence.

Char Dham Yatra Sees 31% Decline in Pilgrims

The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand has faced a 31% drop in pilgrim numbers, influenced by India-Pakistan tensions. SDC Foundation calls for action.

Char Dham Yatra sees sharp pilgrim drop

Char Dham Yatra sees a 31% decline in pilgrims due to India-Pakistan tensions. SDC Foundation urges action to restore confidence.

The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand has witnessed a 31 per cent decline in pilgrim footfall in the first two weeks of the pilgrimage this year compared to the corresponding period in 2024, a Dehradun-based environmental organisation said on Thursday.
A total of 6,62,446 pilgrims visited the Himalayan shrines of Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri between April 30 and May 13 this year, while 9,61,302 pilgrims had visited the temples between May 10 and May 23 last year, the SDC Foundation said in an analysis. This reflects a decline of 2,98,856 pilgrims, or nearly three lakh, translating to an overall dip of 31 per cent, it said. Head of SDC Foundation Anoop Nautiyal attributed the drop in pilgrim arrivals to the rise in tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. "The military escalation between India and Pakistan in recent weeks has undoubtedly impacted public sentiment and travel confidence. There has been a slowdown in inter-state pilgrim movement, especially from Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and parts of Rajasthan," he said.
"The Char Dham Yatra, being highly dependent on interstate mobility and group travel, has been directly affected," he added.
Nautiyal said that the drop in numbers must be seen in the context of the current India-Pakistan situation. However, he expressed optimism that the Yatra will gain momentum in the days ahead. "Last year&rsquo;s data trends showed that the yatra typically peaks during the second fortnight of May and the first fortnight of June. With security conditions expected to stabilise between the two countries, we foresee a surge in footfall in the latter half of the month,&rdquo; he said. He also stressed the need for the Uttarakhand government to take corrective measures on a war footing to instil confidence among the stakeholders involved in the Yatra.
Citing the example of the Vaishno Devi Shrine Board in Jammu and Kashmir, Nautiyal said, they moved swiftly by launching awareness campaigns awareness campaigns, boosted on-ground facilities, and reassured pilgrims through targeted communication.
"We need a similar proactive response in Uttarakhand&rdquo;, he said. The organisation has urged the state government to convene immediate consultations with key stakeholders such as district administrations, temple boards, hoteliers, mule operators, travel agencies, vyapar mandals and local groups to improve preparedness and improve the overall experience for pilgrims. &ldquo;Pilgrimage management must not be reactive. This concerns the livelihoods of thousands of families and businesses dependent on the seasonal Char Dham Yatra. Decisions must be taken promptly in light of the massive three-lakh dip in pilgrim numbers in the first two weeks," Nautiyal said. The SDC Foundation also reiterated the urgent need to implement recommendations it had made in its 2024 report titled "Uttarakhand Char Dham Yatra: Pathways to Pilgrimage &ndash; Data, Insights, Challenges and Opportunities", submitted to the state government.
&ldquo;We had called for clear protocols on carrying capacity, crowd regulation, environmental safeguards, and real-time communication. Unfortunately, many of these remain unaddressed,&rdquo; he added.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami marked the opening of Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham, launching the Chardham Yatra 2025 on Akshaya Tritiya. Extensive security and temple preparations are in place as devotees begin their spiritual journey.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami marks Akshaya Tritiya with prayers at Gangotri Dham

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami marked the opening of Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham, launching the Chardham Yatra 2025 on Akshaya Tritiya. Extensive security and temple preparations are in place as devotees begin their spiritual journey.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday marked the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya by offering prayers at the sacred Gangotri Dham.&nbsp;
The day also saw the ceremonial opening of the doors of both Shri Gangotri and Shri Yamunotri Dham, officially flagging off the Chardham Yatra 2025.
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आज प्रातः काल अक्षय तृतीया की पावन तिथि पर श्री गंगोत्री धाम पहुंचकर कपाटोद्घाटन कार्यक्रम में सम्मिलित होने का सौभाग्य प्राप्त हुआ। इस अवसर पर संकल्प लेकर आदरणीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> जी के नाम से माँ गंगा की प्रथम पूजा की। <a href="https://t.co/n0lT1xc29l">pic.twitter.com/n0lT1xc29l</a>
&mdash; Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) <a href="https://twitter.com/pushkardhami/status/1917479878913396971?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Sharing the update on social media platform X, CM Dhami said, &ldquo;The doors of Shri Yamunotri and Shri Gangotri Dham will be opened today on Akshaya Tritiya. The Chardham Yatra 2025 begins today. May Maa Ganga-Yamuna bless you all. #AkshayaTritiya&rdquo;
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आज अक्षय तृतीया की पावन तिथि पर श्री गंगोत्री धाम एवं श्री यमुनोत्री धाम के कपाट खुलने के साथ ही चारधाम यात्रा-2025 का शुभारंभ हो चुका है। चारधाम यात्रा हेतु उत्तराखण्ड आने वाले समस्त श्रद्धालुओं का प्रदेश सरकार की ओर से हार्दिक स्वागत एवं अभिनंदन। सभी यात्रियों की सुविधा के&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/p9U7DZ7z9S">pic.twitter.com/p9U7DZ7z9S</a>
&mdash; Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) <a href="https://twitter.com/pushkardhami/status/1917469124034269495?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2025</a></blockquote>
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In preparation for the pilgrimage, Uttarakhand Director General of Police Deepam Seth on Tuesday said that all security and logistical arrangements were in place.
He informed that around 6,000 policemen along with 17 Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) companies would be deployed for smooth and safe conduct of the Yatra. Drone surveillance will also be used to monitor the pilgrim routes and ensure crowd control.
Meanwhile, the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) has intensified its preparations for the next phase of the pilgrimage.
The doors of Shri Kedarnath Dham are scheduled to open on May 2, followed by Shri Badrinath Dham on May 4. Shri Madmaheshwar temple, the second Kedar, will open on May 21, and Shri Tungnath, the third Kedar, will open on May 2.
Elsewhere in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, lakhs of devotees gathered in Vrindavan on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya for a rare glimpse of Lord Banke Bihari&rsquo;s feet &mdash; an annual event that draws pilgrims from far and wide.
Senior administrative and police officials, including DIG Shailesh Pandey, District Magistrate Chandraprakash, and SSP Shlok Kumar, reviewed crowd management and security measures in the temple area.
Akshaya Tritiya, a deeply revered day in Hindu and Jain traditions, symbolizes prosperity, fortune, and success. The day is widely celebrated through prayers, charitable acts, and spiritual activities.&nbsp;
Considered ideal for beginning new ventures or making investments, Akshaya Tritiya is associated with the belief that acts of goodness initiated today bring lasting blessings.&nbsp;
According to Hindu scriptures, this day also marks the beginning of the Treta Yuga and the conclusion of the Dwapar Yuga, and is said to be astrologically significant with both the sun and moon in their most auspicious alignment.

With over 17 lakh registrations already, the Uttarakhand government increases the online registration limit for Chardham Yatra to 75% and plans more counters.

Chardham Yatra: Online registration limit increased to 75 per cent

With over 17 lakh registrations already, the Uttarakhand government increases the online registration limit for Chardham Yatra to 75% and plans more counters.

With the registration figure of devotees reaching 17 lakh even before the start of Chardham Yatra, the Uttarakhand government on Monday decided to increase the limit of online registration to 75 per cent.
More registration counters on the yatra route of each dham will also be opened, the state government said.
Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey held a meeting here with hoteliers in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag and Chamoli regarding the preparations for the Chardham Yatra starting from April 30.
In the meeting, Pandey reviewed the preparations for the Chardham Yatra and also discussed in detail with the hoteliers for the successful conduct of the Yatra and took their suggestions.
This year's Chardham Yatra will begin with the opening of the doors of Gangotri and Yamunotri temples located in Uttarkashi district on April 30 on the festival of Akshaya Tritiya.
The portals of Kedarnath Dham will open on May 2 while the doors of Badrinath Dham will open on May 4.
In the meeting, the hoteliers requested the authorities to increase the limit of online registration. Earlier, the limit of online registration was 60 per cent and offline 40 per cent.
On the suggestion of the concerned district tourism officers and the request of the hoteliers, it was decided to increase the limit of online registration to 75 per cent by making a partial change in the earlier decision.
In view of the possibility of a huge crowd of devotees in the yatra, the hoteliers also requested to set up at least one more registration counter on the Yatra route of each Dham.
Pandey also accepted this demand and directed to open some more registration centers on the yatra routes.
Consent was given to open registration counters for Badrinath Dham in Gauchar, for Gangotri Dham in Heena and Uttarkashi, for Yamunotri Dham in Dobata and Damta and for Kedarnath Dham in Guptkashi.
The Garhwal Commissioner expected the hoteliers to cooperate with the administration in better conduct of the Chardham Yatra and said that all stakeholders will have to make joint efforts to make the Yatra well-organized, safe and pleasant.
The government had started online registration for the Chardham Yatra from March 20 and so far about 17 lakh devotees have registered themselves. The highest number of registrations have been done for Kedarnath by 6,58,149 devotees. 3,10,755 devotees have registered for Yamunotri, 3,44,278 for Gangotri and 5,83,747 devotees have registered for Badrinath.
Offline registration for the Yatra will start from April 25.
Meanwhile, a state-level 'mock drill' will be organized on April 24 to test the preparations related to the Char Dham Yatra.
State Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman said that under the 'mock drill' conducted by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Union Home Ministry and Uttarakhand Disaster Management Authority (USDMA), the preparations of various departments under the IRS (Incident Response System) system will be tested to effectively deal with possible disasters during the Yatra and regarding the Yatra.
He said that seven districts - Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Dehradun, Pauri, Tehri, Haridwar will participate in this 'mock drill'.&nbsp;

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami meets popular content creators to promote tourism and addresses public concerns in a meeting at Mukhya Sevak Sadan, Dehradun.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami invites content creators to join Char Dham Yatra

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami meets popular content creators to promote tourism and addresses public concerns in a meeting at Mukhya Sevak Sadan, Dehradun.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday welcomed renowned content creators Amit Bhadana, Tanishq Singh Paradox, Abhishek Bainsala (MC SQUARE | LAMBARDAR), Ankur Agarwal, Rajan Arora, and Sakshi Singh, who were in Dehradun for a film shoot.&nbsp;
The meeting took place at the Chief Minister&rsquo;s official residence, where they discussed various aspects of Uttarakhand's rich culture, traditions, and tourism potential. During the interaction, CM Dhami invited the content creators to embark on the Char Dham Yatra.&nbsp;
He shared a video of the meeting on X, stating, "Unforgettable moments were spent sharing interesting information about the culture, tradition and tourist places of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand with famous young content creators of the country."
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देश के प्रसिद्ध युवा कंटेंट क्रिएटर्स के साथ देवभूमि उत्तराखण्ड की संस्कृति, परंपरा और पर्यटन स्थलों के विषय में रोचक जानकारी साझा करते हुए बिताए गए अविस्मरणीय पल.... <a href="https://t.co/LhBylwZhVI">pic.twitter.com/LhBylwZhVI</a>
&mdash; Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) <a href="https://twitter.com/pushkardhami/status/1913622731427381523?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Earlier, CM Dhami also held a public meeting at Mukhya Sevak Sadan, where people from different parts of the state voiced their concerns. Addressing the issues raised by the residents, including those related to electricity, water, roads, encroachment, land matters, and financial assistance, CM Dhami directed the concerned officials to take immediate action.&nbsp;
In a post on X, he said, "In the public meeting programme organised at the Mukhya Sevak Sadan, after listening to the problems of people who came from different areas of the state, instructions were given to the officials to take action as per the rules." The Chief Minister emphasized that the state government is prioritizing public service and ensuring timely resolution of all cases.
In another significant development, CM Dhami flagged off 20 new fire tenders and vehicles for Uttarakhand Fire Service as part of Fire Service Week celebrations at Police Line, Dehradun. He also honored seven firefighters who won medals at the Third All India Fire Service Games and two others who received the DGFS Disc Medal from the Home Ministry.&nbsp;
CM Dhami witnessed stunts performed by the firefighters and announced several initiatives, including the opening of new fire stations in Bhimtal, Dwarahat, Gauchar, Purola, and Sahastradhara. Additionally, a world-class training centre for fire services will be established in Uttarakhand, and an incentive of Rs 10,000 will be provided to Uttarakhand Fire Service personnel who performed their duties during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.

NMC approves trainee doctors’ voluntary medical service during Char Dham Yatra, enhancing health services and practical doctor training.

National Medical Commission clears trainee doctors' deployment during Char Dham Yatra

The NMC's approval for trainee doctors to serve during the Char Dham Yatra enhances medical services for pilgrims, offering doctors a significant training platform. This initiative reflects cooperative federal governance, ensuring safety and collaboration between state and central bodies.

NMC Approves Doctor Services for Char Dham Yatra

NMC's approval for doctors to serve during Char Dham Yatra boosts health services and offers practical experiencenews

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has given its nod to a proposal from the Uttarakhand Health Department, allowing postgraduate trainee doctors to voluntarily provide medical services during the Char Dham Yatra.
This landmark decision is seen as a boost to Uttarakhand's health preparations and a potential blueprint for future public health initiatives. Offering a unique convergence of social service, training, and hands-on experience, this initiative marks a significant opportunity for the nation&rsquo;s budding doctors.
Health Secretary Dr. R Rajesh Kumar expressed readiness to deliver top-notch health services during the Yatra, as directed by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Health Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat.
In a noteworthy development, postgraduate medical professionals, including those pursuing MD, MS, and DNB, can now earn a District Residency Program (DRP) certificate through their service on the Yatra.
The NMC has confirmed that this service will count towards their clinical rotation or DRP, eliminating the need for an additional three-month training period.
Chief Minister Dhami hailed the NMC's approval as a step towards enhancing the safety and convenience of the Char Dham Yatra, reinforcing the collaborative spirit between central and state governments for public welfare.
He highlighted that the initiative not only ensures robust health security for the pilgrims but also allows young doctors to cultivate their skills with a sense of devotion to service.
Health Secretary Dr. Kumar underscored the dual benefit of aiding pilgrims and equipping trainee doctors with practical experience to handle medical and emergency scenarios in challenging Himalayan conditions.
The health department is committed to orchestrating necessary arrangements for the successful execution of the initiative.
NMC Secretary Dr. Raghav Langer commended the synergy between academic and public health sectors that this initiative represents.
He noted the critical role doctors will play amidst the challenging conditions, including large crowds and difficult weather during the Yatra.
The Uttarakhand government will ensure suitable accommodation, meals, training, service certificates, and other essential facilities for these doctors. Enhanced medical units are set to be established along the Yatra routes, guaranteeing prompt and expert healthcare for pilgrims.
Following the NMC's approval, medical institutions nationwide have responded positively to trainee doctors' involvement. Many young doctors view this as a significant milestone for service-oriented career advancement.
This initiative epitomizes cooperative federal governance, showcasing a united effort by state and central entities to innovate and implement partnership-driven solutions, ensuring a safe and smooth religious pilgrimage.

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Performs Puja at Baba Kedar’s Winter Abode, Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath. Preparations Underway for Winter Char Dham Yatra Initiated by CM Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami.

Uttarakhand Launches Winter Char Dham Yatra

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Performs Puja at Baba Kedar&rsquo;s Winter Abode, Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath. Preparations Underway for Winter Char Dham Yatra Initiated by CM Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami.

In a significant step to promote tourism and year-round pilgrimage in Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Winter Char Dham Yatra with a special puja at the Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, the winter abode of Baba Kedarnath. The Chief Minister prayed for the prosperity of the people and the holistic development of the state.
As part of his visit, CM Dhami assessed the arrangements made for the Winter Char Dham Yatra and directed officials to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for devotees. Highlighting the initiative&rsquo;s potential, he stated that opening the Char Dham pilgrimage in winters would boost tourism, attract visitors throughout the year, and bring attention to other lesser-known tourist destinations in the state.
&ldquo;This initiative will open new avenues for tourism and provide significant opportunities for economic empowerment of local communities through increased employment,&rdquo; said the Chief Minister.
Ukhimath serves as the winter abode of Baba Kedarnath, while Pandukeshwar in Chamoli district hosts Lord Badri Vishal. Maa Yamuna is worshipped at Kharsali, and Maa Ganga&rsquo;s winter abode is in Mukhwa, Uttarkashi. The Winter Char Dham Yatra allows pilgrims to continue their spiritual journey in these revered locations during the colder months.
The event was also graced by notable dignitaries, including Shrimati Asha Nautiyal, Shri Bharat Chaudhary, and Shri Ajendra Ajay, Chairman of the Shri Badri-Kedarnath Temple Committee.

It is reportedly used by pilgrims returning from Badrinath, and passes through the main market in Joshimath.

Uttarakhand: cracks on Badrinath highway ahead of Char Dham Yatra; Joshimath land-sinking fear reignited

It is reportedly used by pilgrims returning from Badrinath, and passes through the main market in Joshimath.

The threat of land subsidence continues to haunt Uttarakhand with fresh cracks being reported, this time on a key highway.
Fissures have now developed on a stretch of road along the Badrinath highway, amid preparations for the Char Dham Yatra, and announcement of dates for opening of portals of the Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri shrines.
Cracks have appeared on the road between Joshimath and Marwari, according to reports.
It is reportedly used by pilgrims returning from Badrinath, and passes through the main market in Joshimath, which has seen damage to hundreds of houses, and displacement of dozens of families due to sinking of land.
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Twenty-five pilgrims from Madhya Pradesh died and three were critically injured on Sunday evening when the bus in which they were travelling fell into a deep gorge en route to the Yamunotri temple in Uttarkashi district.
The accident took place near Rikhavu khadd on the way to the Himalayan shrine around two kilometres from Damta on NH-94, Uttarkashi District Disaster Management Officer Devendra Patwal said.
The pilgrims were from Panna district in Madhya Pradesh, Additional Chief Secretary Radha Raturi said.
Besides the driver and the helper, there were 28 passengers on the bus.
Seventeen bodies have been recovered so far, and a search is on for the rest, Patwal said.
Three people injured in the accident have been admitted to the Community Health Centre in Damta.
Police and SDRF teams have been rushed to the spot, besides ambulances from Badkot, Nagaon and Nainbagh.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the disaster control room at the secretariat immediately after being informed about the accident. He asked the district magistrate of Uttarkashi to speed up relief and rescue operations.
"Officials concerned have been instructed to investigate the accident. May God grant the departed souls a place at his feet and strength to their family members to bear the pain. Also, I pray for the speedy recovery of all those injured," Dhami said in a tweet in Hindi.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan also spoke to Dhami for an update on the situation.
Chouhan said he along with state minister Bijendra Pratap Singh, DGP Sudhir Saxena, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Rajesh Rajora and other officials were leaving for Dehradun from Bhopal.
"I have talked to the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Dhami ji over the phone and requested him to ensure adequate arrangements for the treatment of the injured," he said in a tweet.
"I and my team are in constant touch with the Uttarakhand government and local district administration. The arrangements are being made to treat the injured and bring the bodies to Madhya Pradesh," Chouhan said.
Chouhan said a team of his government from Delhi has already left for Uttarakhand to oversee the arrangements to shift the bodies to Madhya Pradesh and ensure the medical treatment of the injured.
He announced that Rs 5 lakh each would be given to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured persons. "Medical treatment of the injured is our priority," Chouhan added.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Ram Nath Kovind and Uttarakhand Governor Gurmit Singh expressed grief over the loss of lives in the accident.
"The news of the bus accident in Uttarakhand is very painful. I express my condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Under the supervision of the state government, the local administration is engaged in all possible assistance on the spot," the Prime Minister's Office said, quoting Modi.
"The prime minister has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each from the PMNRF for the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the accident in Uttarakhand. The injured would be given Rs 50,000 each," it added.
President Kovind expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased.
"I feel pained by the sad news of the death of people in a bus accident in Uttarakhand," he said in a tweet in Hindi.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Dhami after the accident and said local rescue teams were engaged in the rescue operation, while National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel would also reach the spot shortly.
"It is very sad to hear about the bus of devotees falling into a gorge in Uttarakhand. I have spoken to Chief Minister @pushkardhami on this. Local administration and SDRF teams are engaged in rescue work and the injured are being taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. NDRF is also reaching there soon," Shah said in a tweet in Hindi.
The Himalayan shrines of Yamunotri, Badrinath, Kedarnath and Gangotri are commonly known as Char Dham.

25 dead as bus carrying pilgrims falls into gorge in Uttarakhand

The accident took place near Rikhavu khadd on the way to the Himalayan shrine on Sunday evening.&nbsp;

Twenty-five pilgrims from Madhya Pradesh died and three were critically injured on Sunday evening when the bus in which they were travelling fell into a deep gorge en route to the Yamunotri temple in Uttarkashi district.
The accident took place near Rikhavu khadd on the way to the Himalayan shrine around two kilometres from Damta on NH-94, Uttarkashi District Disaster Management Officer Devendra Patwal said.
The pilgrims were from Panna district in Madhya Pradesh, Additional Chief Secretary Radha Raturi said.
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Seventeen bodies have been recovered so far, and a search is on for the rest, Patwal said.
Three people injured in the accident have been admitted to the Community Health Centre in Damta.
Police and SDRF teams have been rushed to the spot, besides ambulances from Badkot, Nagaon and Nainbagh.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the disaster control room at the secretariat immediately after being informed about the accident. He asked the district magistrate of Uttarkashi to speed up relief and rescue operations.
"Officials concerned have been instructed to investigate the accident. May God grant the departed souls a place at his feet and strength to their family members to bear the pain. Also, I pray for the speedy recovery of all those injured," Dhami said in a tweet in Hindi.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan also spoke to Dhami for an update on the situation.
Chouhan said he along with state minister Bijendra Pratap Singh, DGP Sudhir Saxena, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Rajesh Rajora and other officials were leaving for Dehradun from Bhopal.
"I have talked to the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Dhami ji over the phone and requested him to ensure adequate arrangements for the treatment of the injured," he said in a tweet.
"I and my team are in constant touch with the Uttarakhand government and local district administration. The arrangements are being made to treat the injured and bring the bodies to Madhya Pradesh," Chouhan said.
Chouhan said a team of his government from Delhi has already left for Uttarakhand to oversee the arrangements to shift the bodies to Madhya Pradesh and ensure the medical treatment of the injured.
He announced that Rs 5 lakh each would be given to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured persons. "Medical treatment of the injured is our priority," Chouhan added.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Ram Nath Kovind and Uttarakhand Governor Gurmit Singh expressed grief over the loss of lives in the accident.
"The news of the bus accident in Uttarakhand is very painful. I express my condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Under the supervision of the state government, the local administration is engaged in all possible assistance on the spot," the Prime Minister's Office said, quoting Modi.
"The prime minister has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each from the PMNRF for the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the accident in Uttarakhand. The injured would be given Rs 50,000 each," it added.
President Kovind expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased.
"I feel pained by the sad news of the death of people in a bus accident in Uttarakhand," he said in a tweet in Hindi.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Dhami after the accident and said local rescue teams were engaged in the rescue operation, while National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel would also reach the spot shortly.
"It is very sad to hear about the bus of devotees falling into a gorge in Uttarakhand. I have spoken to Chief Minister @pushkardhami on this. Local administration and SDRF teams are engaged in rescue work and the injured are being taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. NDRF is also reaching there soon," Shah said in a tweet in Hindi.
The Himalayan shrines of Yamunotri, Badrinath, Kedarnath and Gangotri are commonly known as Char Dham.

Mountains, wildflower pastures, waterfalls, verdant slopes - amid all this natural beauty, plastic waste and other garbage is literally killing the rich Himalayan ecosystem.
This crime against nature is being committed near Kedarnath in Uttarakhand, as per news agency ANI. Devotees are currently rushing to the hill state for the Char Dham Yatra.
Experts are calling for more sensitivity among tourists and pilgrims, citing the 2013 flood disaster in Kedarnath. Prof MS Negi, HoD - Geography at Garhwal Central University said, "Plastic waste at a sensitive location like Kedarnath doesn't only have an impact on faith, but also on safety. Plastic will lead to quick erosion after rains. Quick erosion leads to big landslides. Therefore, it is very dangerous. Secondly, a source of faith should be kept clean. When plastic garbage covers religious places, then national and international tourists and pilgrims will be affected."
Prof MC Nautiyal, director of HAPPRC at the university told ANI, "Tourism pressure on Kedarnath, Badrinath etc has increased a lot. If tourist pressure increases, then throughout the route, plastic and other types of garbage builds up. It can be taken to deeper forest areas by natural elements. There aren't any proper sanitation facilities there. That's why waste usually ends up in nature."

Garbage covers Kedarnath route: experts remind of 2013 flood disaster amid Char Dham Yatra rush

Shocking photographs of piles of garbage along the Kedarnath shrine route led to strong appeals from experts.

Mountains, wildflower pastures, waterfalls, verdant slopes - amid all this natural beauty, plastic waste and other garbage is literally killing the rich Himalayan ecosystem.
This crime against nature is being committed near Kedarnath in Uttarakhand, as per news agency ANI. Devotees are currently rushing to the hill state for the Char Dham Yatra.
Experts are calling for more sensitivity among tourists and pilgrims, citing the 2013 flood disaster in Kedarnath. Prof MS Negi, HoD - Geography at Garhwal Central University said, "Plastic waste at a sensitive location like Kedarnath doesn't only have an impact on faith, but also on safety. Plastic will lead to quick erosion after rains. Quick erosion leads to big landslides. Therefore, it is very dangerous. Secondly, a source of faith should be kept clean. When plastic garbage covers religious places, then national and international tourists and pilgrims will be affected."
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Prof MC Nautiyal, director of HAPPRC at the university told ANI, "Tourism pressure on Kedarnath, Badrinath etc has increased a lot. If tourist pressure increases, then throughout the route, plastic and other types of garbage builds up. It can be taken to deeper forest areas by natural elements. There aren't any proper sanitation facilities there. That's why waste usually ends up in nature."

The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed double lane widening of roads for the Char Dham project in view of security concerns.
The top court also set up an oversight committee headed by former Justice A K Sikri to report to it directly on the project.
The oversight committee shall receive all support from the Defence Ministry, Ministry of Road Transport, Uttarakhand Government and all district magistrates.
The strategic 900-km-long Char Dham project worth Rs 12,000 crore aims to provide all-weather connectivity to four holy towns -- Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath -- in Uttarakhand.
The court was hearing the Centre's plea seeking modification of the September 8, 2020 order, which had asked the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) to follow the 2018 circular stipulating carriageway width of 5.5 metre on the ambitious Char Dham highway project, which goes up to the border with China.
In its application, the MoD had said it seeks modification of the order and directions that the national highways from Rishikesh to Mana, from Rishikesh to Gangotri, and from Tanakpur to Pithoragarh may be developed to two-lane configuration.

Supreme Court allows widening of Char Dham road for national security

The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed double lane widening of roads for the Char Dham project in view of security concerns.

SC allows widening of Char Dham roads for national security

The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed double lane widening of roads for the Char Dham project in view of security concerns.
The top court also set up an oversight committee headed by former Justice A K Sikri to report to it directly on the project.
The oversight committee shall receive all support from the Defence Ministry, Ministry of Road Transport, Uttarakhand Government and all district magistrates, the court said.
The strategic 900-km-long Char Dham project worth Rs 12,000 crore aims to provide all-weather connectivity to four holy towns -- Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath -- in Uttarakhand.

Char Dham&nbsp;roads project:&nbsp;All-weather connectivity to four holy towns -- Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath

The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed double lane widening of roads for the Char Dham project in view of security concerns.
The top court also set up an oversight committee headed by former Justice A K Sikri to report to it directly on the project.
The oversight committee shall receive all support from the Defence Ministry, Ministry of Road Transport, Uttarakhand Government and all district magistrates.
The strategic 900-km-long Char Dham project worth Rs 12,000 crore aims to provide all-weather connectivity to four holy towns -- Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath -- in Uttarakhand.
The court was hearing the Centre's plea seeking modification of the September 8, 2020 order, which had asked the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) to follow the 2018 circular stipulating carriageway width of 5.5 metre on the ambitious Char Dham highway project, which goes up to the border with China.
In its application, the MoD had said it seeks modification of the order and directions that the national highways from Rishikesh to Mana, from Rishikesh to Gangotri, and from Tanakpur to Pithoragarh may be developed to two-lane configuration.
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The Uttarakhand High Court on Friday slammed the state government for not ensuring Covid protocols during Kumbh Mela and Char Dham Yatra amid a devastating Covid wave.
Hearing a batch of PILs&nbsp;related to the state's handling of the pandemic, the bench lambasted the government for giving permission first to Kumbh Mela, and then to Char Dham, and asked it to "go and see what is happening".
The court also noted that the government was &lsquo;playing with the lives of millions of people in the country&rsquo;.
&nbsp;&lsquo;Why do we keep causing embarrassment to ourselves?&rsquo; the court asked as it took note of the crowd control measures in place at Char Dham shrines.

'First Kumbh, now Char Dham': Uttarakhand govt slammed for not following Covid protocol

Uttarakhand HC slams state govt for Kumbh&nbsp;Mela&nbsp;&amp; Char Dham&nbsp;yatra
Court: First you gave permission for Kumbh, now Char Dham&nbsp;yatra
Court to U'khand&nbsp;govt:&nbsp;go and see what is happening at these sites
Court: U'khand&nbsp;govt&nbsp;playing with the lives of millions of people
Court: Why do we keep causing embarrassment to ourselves?
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The Uttarakhand High Court on Friday slammed the state government for not ensuring Covid protocols during Kumbh Mela and Char Dham Yatra amid a devastating Covid wave.
Hearing a batch of PILs&nbsp;related to the state's handling of the pandemic, the bench lambasted the government for giving permission first to Kumbh Mela, and then to Char Dham, and asked it to "go and see what is happening".
The court also noted that the government was &lsquo;playing with the lives of millions of people in the country&rsquo;.
&nbsp;&lsquo;Why do we keep causing embarrassment to ourselves?&rsquo; the court asked as it took note of the crowd control measures in place at Char Dham shrines.

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