The Char Dham Yatra is attracting a significant number of devotees nationwide, with around 1.6 lakh pilgrims having already visited the Kedarnath Temple. The District Magistrate of Rudraprayag, Vishal Mishra, noted the strong faith and enthusiasm of devotees participating in this sacred journey. He mentioned the challenges posed by the large crowds, including incidents of theft, but assured that security measures are in place.
Mishra emphasized the need for vigilance and continuous monitoring to ensure the safety and convenience of pilgrims. In Haridwar, preparations are underway for the pilgrimage, with over 25,000 pilgrims already registered for the spiritual journey. The District Magistrate of Haridwar, Mayur Dixit, highlighted the efficient management of registrations and the smooth progress of the yatra.
Efforts from various departments, coupled with regular inspections, are contributing to the successful organization of the pilgrimage. Reports from the State Emergency Operations Centre in Dehradun revealed that a total of 2,38,590 pilgrims have visited the revered shrines of Badrinath Dham, Kedarnath Dham, Yamunotri Dham, and Gangotri Dham. The pilgrimage is gaining momentum, with 55,998 pilgrims reaching the Char Dham on Saturday alone.
