Gangotri shrine portals closed for winters; Kedarnath, Yamunotri to close today
3 years, 1 month ago

Gangotri shrine portals closed for winters; Kedarnath, Yamunotri to close today

Hindustan Times  

UTTARKASHI: The portals of Gangotri shrine, one of the four highly revered shrines known as Char Dham, closed on Friday amid the religious rituals related to it. Devotees at Gangotri shrine during closure of its portals on Friday, November 5. Following the closure of portals for the next six months, the palanquin of Maa Ganga of the Gangotri shrine left for her winter abode of Mukhba village in the district where it will reach Saturday on the occasion of Bhai Dooj. According to official records, at least 32,948 pilgrims visited Gangotri this season after the temple was opened for devotees in September amid Covid restrictions such as a limit on the number of devotees.

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Badrinath Dham prepares for winter closure with sacred rituals
1 month, 1 week ago

Badrinath Dham prepares for winter closure with sacred rituals

India Today  

Badrinath Dham is all set to close for the winter, and the air is filled with devotion and tradition. On Friday, November 15, the third day of the closure process, the recitation of the Vedic verses, known as Veda Richas, will stop, marking a shift towards winter hibernation. The solemn procession saw the presence of Rawal Amarnath Namboodri, BKTC Chief …

Doors of Kedarnath Dham Close for Winter Season: A Spiritual Ritual
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Doors of Kedarnath Dham Close for Winter Season: A Spiritual Ritual

ABP News  

The doors of Kedarnath Dham in Uttarakhand were closed for the winter season on Sunday, as per Vedic rituals and religious traditions. The ceremony was attended by over 15,000 devotees and the temple was decorated since Diwali. The doors were closed with Vedic rituals and religious traditions amidst chants of Om Namah Shivay, Jai Baba Kedar and devotional tunes of …

Thousands Witness Kedarnath Shrine Closure Despite Challenges
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Thousands Witness Kedarnath Shrine Closure Despite Challenges

New Indian Express  

The Kedarnath shrine has been closed for the winter season due to natural calamities and heavy rainfall. Despite the challenges, thousands of devotees witnessed the closure ceremony and participated in the rituals. The temple's portals were closed for the winter season, signaling the end of the pilgrimage period.

NSE Announces Record Date for 4:1 Bonus Share Issue
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NSE Announces Record Date for 4:1 Bonus Share Issue

Live Mint  

Several important events are taking place on November 2, 2024, including the NSE's record date announcement for a 4:1 bonus share issue, the closure of Gangotri and Yamunotri temples for the winter, the celebration of Govardhan Puja, and the meeting between Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa and Indian counterpart S Jaishankar.

Uttarakhand CM assures smooth passage to Char Dham Yatra devotees amid reports of disruptions
7 months ago

Uttarakhand CM assures smooth passage to Char Dham Yatra devotees amid reports of disruptions

New Indian Express  

DEHRADUN: Amdist the surge of devotees for the Char Dham Yatra over the past 48 hours leading to disruptions among several other concerns including the safety of the pilgrims, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has personally intervened. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, reviewing the arrangements for the Yatra through virtual means from New Delhi on Saturday, directed for the …

Char Dham Yatra: Uttarakhand police urges visitors to ensure registration | Full guidelines
7 months, 1 week ago

Char Dham Yatra: Uttarakhand police urges visitors to ensure registration | Full guidelines

Hindustan Times  

The 2024 Char Dham Yatra commenced as the Kedarnath temple opened on the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya on May 1. The Char Dham Yatra started on Friday with the opening of the portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri and Kedarnath Dham amid Vedic chants on the occasion of Akshay Tritiya in Garhwal Himalayas. Fresh guidelines on the Yatra With the arrival …

Char Dham Yatra 2024: Badrinath Dham opens for devotees after gap of six months | VIDEO
7 months, 1 week ago

Char Dham Yatra 2024: Badrinath Dham opens for devotees after gap of six months | VIDEO

India TV News  

Char Dham Yatra 2024: A large number of devotees thronged Shri Badrinath Dham after the doors were opened today at 6:00 am amidst the melodious tunes of the Army Band, with complete rituals, Vedic chanting and slogans of 'Badri Vishal Lal Ki Jai'. The doors of the world-famous Shri Badrinath Dham were opened for devotees after a gap of six …

Char Dham Yatra: Badrinath-Rishikesh highway opens for traffic after heavy rainfall
7 months, 1 week ago

Char Dham Yatra: Badrinath-Rishikesh highway opens for traffic after heavy rainfall

India TV News  

Char Dham Yatra: The Badrinath-Rishikesh highway in Uttarakhand has been opened near Sirobagadh. Char Dham Yatra 2024 in Uttarakhand This year, the Char Dham Yatra began on May 10, with the opening of three of the four shrines, including Gangotri, Yamunotri, and Kedarnath. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, Char Dham Yatra has set new records over …

Portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath Dham open as Char Dham Yatra commences
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath Dham open as Char Dham Yatra commences

Hindustan Times  

The Char Dham Yatra commenced on Friday with the opening of the portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri and Kedarnath Dham amid Vedic chants on the occasion of Akshay Tritiya in Garhwal Himalayas. The Char Dham Yatra started on Friday with the opening of the portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri and Kedarnath Dham amid Vedic chants on the occasion of Akshay Tritiya in …

Chardham Yatra begins: Portals of Kedarnath, Yamunotri open for devotees
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Chardham Yatra begins: Portals of Kedarnath, Yamunotri open for devotees

Deccan Chronicle  

Dehradun: The Chardham Yatra began on Friday as the doors of Kedarnath and Yamunotri temples in the Garhwal Himalayas were opened for devotees on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya after remaining closed during the winter season. The doors of the revered Himalayan temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and goddess Yamunotri respectively were opened at 7 am in the presence of …

Char Dham Yatra 2024 starts today: How to register for pilgrimage, other details
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Char Dham Yatra 2024 starts today: How to register for pilgrimage, other details

Hindustan Times  

The annual Char Dham Yatra 2024 began with the opening of Kedarnath temple on the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya Friday. Read here: Kedarnath Temple opening date announced How to register for Char Dham Yatra? The devotees can register themselves online on the designated website for the Char Dham Yatra of the Uttarakhand tourism department at registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in 1) Visit the …

Portals of Kedarnath Dham opened for devotees
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Portals of Kedarnath Dham opened for devotees

Hindustan Times  

The portals of Kedarnath Dham, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, were opened for the devotees on the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya on Friday. Devotees arrive to offer prayers at the Kedarnath Temple after its portals opened, Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkhar Singh Dhami was present along with the numerous pilgrims from across the country at the holy …

Char Dham Yatra: Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri temples open for devotees with chants of 'Har Har Mahadev'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Char Dham Yatra: Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri temples open for devotees with chants of 'Har Har Mahadev'

India TV News  

The Char Dham Yatra holds profound significance for Hindus, drawing devout pilgrims and enthusiasts alike in anticipation of the spiritual journey. After being closed for the winter season, the revered Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri temples in Uttarakhand opened for devotees on Friday. Here's reopening schedule Officials from the temple committee have announced the reopening schedule: Kedarnath and Yamunotri temples opened …

Badrinath, Kedarnath, and Gangotri Dham set to welcome pilgrims in May | Check dates
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Badrinath, Kedarnath, and Gangotri Dham set to welcome pilgrims in May | Check dates

Hindustan Times  

The portals of three revered Himalayan shrines – Badrinath Dham, Kedarnath Dham and Gangotri Dham – are set to open their doors, marking the commencement of the Uttarakhand's Char Dham Yatra pilgrimage. The gates of Shri Kedarnath Dham, another significant shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, will open two days earlier, on May 10, at 7 am. The auspicious occasion of …

Portals of Kedarnath shrine to open on May 10 this year
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Portals of Kedarnath shrine to open on May 10 this year

Hindustan Times  

Dehradun: The portals of Kedarnath Dham shrine will open on May 10 at around 7 in the morning, temple officials have said. The Char Dham shrines, of which Kedarnath is a part, remain shut for around six months every year, opening in summers and closing with the onset of winter. Char Dham shrines remain shut for around six months every …

Kedarnath Dham to reopen on May 10 for devotees
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Kedarnath Dham to reopen on May 10 for devotees

The Hindu  

In a recent announcement, the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee revealed that the doors of the eleventh Jyotirlinga, Shri Kedarnath Dham, will open for pilgrims on May 10 at 7 am this year. The ceremony took place at the Pachkadar Gaddi Sthal Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Uttarakhand's Ukhimath.During winters there is a heavy snowfall and all the routes are closed for six …

Portals of Badrinath Dham to be opened on May 12
10 months, 1 week ago

Portals of Badrinath Dham to be opened on May 12

Hindustan Times  

The portals of Badrinath Dham will be opened at 6am on May 12 this year, Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee officials said on Wednesday. Harish Gaur, media in charge Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee said, “After the announcement of portal opening for the Badrinath shrine, the date of Tel-Kalash Yatra was also fixed on 25 April”. Ajendra Ajay, president Badrinath Kedarnath Temple …

Uttarakhand: Here's when Char Dham Yatra will come to end | Check details
1 year, 2 months ago

Uttarakhand: Here's when Char Dham Yatra will come to end | Check details

India TV News  

Char Dham Yatra 2023: The portals of the sacred Badrinath shrine in Uttarakhand, one of the renowned pilgrimage sites, are set to close soon due to the onset of the winter season. Doors will be closed from this date Following the calculation of the Panchang, religious leaders and priests have decided to close the portals of the Badrinath shrine on …

Char Dham Yatra: Over 30 lakh pilgrims visited so far, says Uttarakhand DGP
1 year, 6 months ago

Char Dham Yatra: Over 30 lakh pilgrims visited so far, says Uttarakhand DGP

The Hindu  

In the ongoing Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, over 30 lakh pilgrims have visited Char Dham and more than 10 lakh pilgrims have visited Kedarnath, Ashok Kumar, Director General of Police, said on June 22. Meanwhile, in a precautionary measure, ahead of the coming monsoon season and amid the ongoing Char Dham Yatra, the Uttarakhand Government issued a notice on …

Uttarakhand's Badrinath Dham Reopened For Pilgrims
1 year, 7 months ago

Uttarakhand's Badrinath Dham Reopened For Pilgrims

News 18  

The Badrinath Dham shrine in Uttarakhand reopened its door for pilgrims at 7:10 am on Thursday with Vedic Shlokas chants. pic.twitter.com/us3PIcbXRT— ANI April 27, 2023 The first batch of pilgrims left Haridwar for the Char Dham Yatra of Uttarakhand on Saturday and the Yatra began from Yamunotri Dham on the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh …

Portals of Kedarnath Dham open for annual yatra amid snowy conditions
1 year, 7 months ago

Portals of Kedarnath Dham open for annual yatra amid snowy conditions

Hindustan Times  

The portals of the Kedarnath shrine were opened for the summer months on Tuesday morning with priests offering the first prayers. Even though the state government has stopped registration for Kedarnath Dham temporarily due to inclement weather in the area, and devotees were stopped at many places along the Char Dham route, thousands of pilgrims managed to reach the shrine. …

Uttarakhand: Char Dham begins with the opening of portals of Gangotri and Yamunotri on Akshay Tritiya
1 year, 8 months ago

Uttarakhand: Char Dham begins with the opening of portals of Gangotri and Yamunotri on Akshay Tritiya

Op India  

On the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya on Saturday, the portals of Gangotri and Yamunotri have been opened for the devotees in Uttarakhand. Taking to Twitter, the Uttarakhand CM shared a glimpse of the portal opening ceremony and wrote, “Opening ceremony of Shri Gangotri Dham.” On the day of the Gangotri temple’s ceremonial opening, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami performed …

Portals of Yamunotri Dham to open on April 22
1 year, 8 months ago

Portals of Yamunotri Dham to open on April 22

Hindustan Times  

The portals of Yamunotri Dham — which is a part of the Char Dham Yatra — will be opened on April 22 at 12:35 pm this year, in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district, officials privy to the matter said on Monday. The exact time for the opening of the portals was decided on the occasion of Yamuna Jayanti by Yamunotri Temple Committee …

Maha Shivratri: Doors opening date of Kedarnath Temple to be announced today
1 year, 10 months ago

Maha Shivratri: Doors opening date of Kedarnath Temple to be announced today

Live Mint  

The opening date of Uttarakhand's Kedarnath Dham, one of the 12 jyotirlingas will be announced today on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri. All the preparations have been completed at the Shri Omkareshwar Temple complex in Ukhimath to fix the opening date of the kapat of Kedarnath temple. "Every year on the occasion of Shivratri, the date of opening of …

Registration for Char Dham Yatra set to begin from February 20
1 year, 10 months ago

Registration for Char Dham Yatra set to begin from February 20

Hindustan Times  

Mussoorie: Online and offline registration for the Char Dham Yatra will begin on February 20 and the pilgrimage process is expected to be smoother than in previous years, an Uttarakhand government official said on Wednesday. “A record 46 lakh pilgrims reached Char Dham shrines last year and more pilgrims are expected to reach this year so all the district magistrates …

Uttarakhand: Char Dham Yatra registration to begin from Feb 20
1 year, 10 months ago

Uttarakhand: Char Dham Yatra registration to begin from Feb 20

Hindustan Times  

Online and offline registration for the Char Dham Yatra will begin on February 20 and the pilgrimage process is expected to be smoother than in previous years, an Uttarakhand government official said on Wednesday. “A record 46 lakh pilgrims reached Char Dham shrines last year and more pilgrims are expected to reach this year so all the district magistrates on …

Char Dham Yatra: Uttarakhand govt to introduce new system for devotees
1 year, 10 months ago

Char Dham Yatra: Uttarakhand govt to introduce new system for devotees

Live Mint  

Char Dham Yatra 2023: Preparations are in full swing for one of the famous Hindu pilgrimages with the announcement of the date for the opening doors of Kedarnath, Yamunotri, Gangotri, and Badrinath dhams. Sachin Kurve, Sttae Tourism Secretary said, “Arrangements are being made to provide better facilities to the pilgrims coming for the Char Dham Yatra. Meanwhile, Uttarakhand Chief Minister …

Holy portals of Badrinath shrine to open on 27 April
1 year, 10 months ago

Holy portals of Badrinath shrine to open on 27 April

Live Mint  

Authorities announced on Thursday that the Badrinath temple's holy gateways in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district will open at 7:10 am on 27 April. The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee said a religious ritual performed on the festival of Basant Panchami at the former Tehri royal palace in Narendra Nagar decided the time and date for the opening of the iconic temple in accordance …

Portals of Badrinath temple to open on April 27, Char Dham Yatra to commence in upcoming four months
1 year, 10 months ago

Portals of Badrinath temple to open on April 27, Char Dham Yatra to commence in upcoming four months

India TV News  

The portals of the Badrinath temple in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district will open at 7:10 am on April 27, authorities said on Thursday. As part of the yatra, a pitcher containing sesame oil is carried to the Himalayan temple ahead of its opening every year. While speaking to the media last week, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Siungh Dhami said that the Char …

Uttarakhand: Doors of Kedarnath, Yamunotri closed for winter
2 years, 1 month ago

Uttarakhand: Doors of Kedarnath, Yamunotri closed for winter

Hindustan Times  

The sacred portals of the Kedarnath and Yamunotri located in the high Garhwal Himalayan region of Uttarakhand were closed for winter on Thursday. Sources in the Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee said the doors of the temple were closed for the devotees at 8.30 am after offering prayers amid chanting of vedic hymns. More than 3,000 devotees along with temple committee …

Char Dham Yatra: Kedarnath Temple closes for winter break
3 years, 1 month ago

Char Dham Yatra: Kedarnath Temple closes for winter break

Firstpost  

After the closure of the temple gates, the five-faced idol of Baba Kedar was carried in a palanquin to the Omkareshwar temple at Ukhimath where he is worshipped during the months of winter The portals of the Kedarnath temple were on Saturday closed for the winter season, when the shrine remains snowbound. The Char Dham Yatra began on 18 September …

Portals of Kedarnath, Yamunotri closed for 6 months in wake of winter season
3 years, 1 month ago

Portals of Kedarnath, Yamunotri closed for 6 months in wake of winter season

India TV News  

The portals of Kedarnath and Yamunotri closed for winters on Saturday and will remain shut for the next six months, informed Uttarakhand Char Dham Devasthanam Management Board. The circuit of four ancient pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand, including Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath are referred to as 'Char Dham'. The Utsav Doli of Maa Ganga of the Gangotri shrine left for …

Uttarakhand: Portals of Gangotri Closed for Winter
3 years, 1 month ago

Uttarakhand: Portals of Gangotri Closed for Winter

News 18  

With the onset of winter, the sacred portals of the Gangotri shrine in Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand were closed on Friday amid Vedic hymns and elaborate rituals. Gangotri Mandir Samiti co-secretary Rajesh Semwal said the temple gates were closed at 11.45 am. Over 32,948 pilgrims visited Gangotri this season after the temple was opened for devotees in September amid Covid …

Three dead, Char Dham Yatra halted temporarily as heavy rains lash Uttarakhand
3 years, 2 months ago

Three dead, Char Dham Yatra halted temporarily as heavy rains lash Uttarakhand

Firstpost  

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has visited the state disaster control room to take stock of things and has urged Kedarnath and Badrinath-bound pilgrims not to proceed on their journey till the weather clears Dehradun: Three labourers from Nepal died and two were injured with incessant rains lashing Uttarakhand for the second consecutive day on Monday as the authorities advised …

In line with tradition, portals of Char Dham shrines to close for winter months
3 years, 2 months ago

In line with tradition, portals of Char Dham shrines to close for winter months

Hindustan Times  

Following the tradition of announcing the dates of closing of the portals of the Char Dham shrines on the day of Dussehra, this year the portals of Badrinath Temple will be closed for the winter months on November 20. Harish Gaur, spokesperson Char Dham Devasthanam Management Board said the exact auspicious time for closing the portals of Char Dham shrines …

Uttarakhand HC lifts cap on pilgrims to Char Dham shrines
3 years, 2 months ago

Uttarakhand HC lifts cap on pilgrims to Char Dham shrines

Hindustan Times  

Uttarakhand high court on Tuesday lifted the daily limit on the number of pilgrims who can visit Char Dham yatra following the state government’s plea that the limitation should be lifted as the Covid-19 cases have come down significantly in the state. The court also directed the state government to increase healthcare facilities on Char Dham routes and shrines. Mainali …

Devotees visit shrines as Char Dham yatra begins amid Covid restrictions
3 years, 3 months ago

Devotees visit shrines as Char Dham yatra begins amid Covid restrictions

Hindustan Times  

The Char Dham pilgrimage, which was allowed by the Uttarakhand high court with conditions, began on Saturday with devotees, including 419 from other states, visiting the four shrines strictly adhering to Covid-19 norms. Data shared by the Char Dham Devasthanam Management Board on Saturday revealed that only local devotees visited Gangotri and Yamunotri shrines with none from other states till …

Char Dham Yatra to resume for state residents beginning July 1
3 years, 6 months ago

Char Dham Yatra to resume for state residents beginning July 1

Hindustan Times  

The Uttarakhand government on Sunday extended the ongoing Covid-19 curfew from June 22-29 with more relaxations under which it permitted Char Dham Yatra for the locals, said cabinet minister and government spokesperson Subodh Uniyal. HT File Pic “The government, after a meeting under CM Tirath Singh Rawat on Sunday, has decided to extend the ongoing Covid Curfew from June 22-29 …

Uttarakhand opens Char Dham yatra for locals from 3 districts
3 years, 6 months ago

Uttarakhand opens Char Dham yatra for locals from 3 districts

Hindustan Times  

Uttarakhand on Tuesday opened the Char Dham yatra for pilgrims from Chamoli, Rudraprayag and Uttarkashi districts of the state, where the four Himalayan shrines are located. Similarly, people of Rudraprayag and Uttarkashi districts can also now visit Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri respectively with a negative RT-PCR test report," cabinet minister and state government's official spokesperson Subodh Uniyal said. On May …

Badrinath Portals open amid traditional rituals after winter closure
3 years, 7 months ago

Badrinath Portals open amid traditional rituals after winter closure

India TV News  

The famous temple of Badrinath in the upper Himalayan region of Uttarakhand opened after the winter break early on Tuesday amid traditional rituals. The chief priest of the temple, Ishwar Prasad Namboodiri, opened the portals of the temple at 4.15 am chanting Vedic hymns and praying for the well-being of all. However, the opening ceremony was a subdued affair with …

Badrinath temple in Uttarakhand opens portals, day after Kedarnath
3 years, 7 months ago

Badrinath temple in Uttarakhand opens portals, day after Kedarnath

Hindustan Times  

The portals of the holy Badrinath temple in Uttarakhand were reopened in the early morning hours of Tuesday, a day after the Kedarnath shrine in the hill state, too, reopened with strict protocols due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. I pray to Lord Badri Vishal to keep everyone in the state healthy and safe,” a translation of Uttarakhand chief minister …

Kedarnath Temple opens, no devotees allowed
3 years, 7 months ago

Kedarnath Temple opens, no devotees allowed

India TV News  

The portals of Kedarnath Temple were opened today. The first puja was held by priests on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the gates of the famous Himalayan temple were opened at 5 am, a Chardham Devasthanam Board official said. It is for the second consecutive year that COVID has cast a shadow on the pilgrimage to the temple …

Portals of Kedarnath temple open amid strict Covid-19 protocol
3 years, 7 months ago

Portals of Kedarnath temple open amid strict Covid-19 protocol

Hindustan Times  

The portals of Kedarnath shrine were reopened on Monday amidst strict Covid-19 protocol. Uttarakhand chief minister Tirath Singh Rawat expressed happiness at the opening of the doors of Kedarnath Dham and wished for the well-being of the people. The Uttarakhand Department of Information and Public Relations said that the first Rudrabhishek Puja in Kedarnath Dham was done by Prime Minister …

Puri Jagannath temple to remain closed for public till June 15 as COVID cases rise
3 years, 7 months ago

Puri Jagannath temple to remain closed for public till June 15 as COVID cases rise

India TV News  

Keeping in view the surge of COVID-19 cases in Odisha and also in Puri, the authorities of the temple of Lord Jagannath in the pilgrim town on Sunday announced that the 12th century shrine would remain out of bounds for the public till June 15. The Shree Jagannatha Temple Administration made the decision to keep the temple closed for people …

Chardham Yatra: Portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri to Open Without Devotees amid Covid-19
3 years, 7 months ago

Chardham Yatra: Portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri to Open Without Devotees amid Covid-19

News 18  

The Chardham Yatra will have a lacklustre opening for the second consecutive year due to COVID-19 pandemic as the portals of Yamunotri and Gangotri will open on Friday and Saturday respectively without any pilgrims in attendance. Not more than 25 people each, including priests, teerth purohits and district administration officials, will attend the opening ceremonies at Yamunotri and Gangotri which …

Covid surge: Uttarakhand govt may still hold Char Dham Yatra
3 years, 7 months ago

Covid surge: Uttarakhand govt may still hold Char Dham Yatra

Hindustan Times  

The Uttarakhand government, widely criticised for its mishandling of the Mahakumbh, resulting in a spike in Covid-19 cases, will hold a meeting on Thursday to decide the fate of the Char Dham yatra scheduled to start from May 14. There is also a possibility that the Union government, which allowed the Kumbh to go ahead, may be more proactive when …

Uttarakhand: Badrinath shrine closes for winter
4 years, 1 month ago

Uttarakhand: Badrinath shrine closes for winter

Hindustan Times  

The Badrinath shrine in Uttrakhand’s Chamoli district closed for the winter on Thursday following traditional rituals as chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat extended his best wishes to the devotees on the successful conduct of the Char Dham Yatra this year. Ravinath Raman, chief executive officer of Char Dham Devasthanam Management Board, said this year over 145,000 pilgrims visited Lord Badarvishal …

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