Uttarakhand’s spiritual heartbeat, the Char Dham Yatra, is set for a disciplined revival. Temple committee chief Hemant Dwivedi used a Thursday media interaction to announce firm measures against reel-makers and vloggers exploiting sacred spaces.
‘Faith, not fun, defines this journey,’ Dwivedi stressed. Crowds of influencers at temples create chaos, inconveniencing true pilgrims—a trend seen from Kedarnath to Kashi. Government huddles have shaped a zero-tolerance policy, soon to be enforced.
Preparations stand complete. Badrinath opens April 23 at dawn. Maha Shivratri dictates Kedarnath’s schedule. Akshaya Tritiya heralds Yamunotri and Gangotri. State and central teams ensure every pilgrim enjoys unhindered access.
Dwivedi pushed for central paramilitary presence to safeguard the massive influx. This proactive stance addresses past bottlenecks, positioning the yatra as a model of organized reverence. Devotees worldwide can plan with confidence for an enriching spiritual odyssey.