Char Dham Yatra 2025: The authorities in Uttarakhand confirmed that all arrangements for the Char Dham Yatra 2025 have been completed, as the annual pilgrimage commenced on Wednesday. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami also asserted, "All preparations for Char Dham Yatra 2025 have been done."
Safety Of Devotees Will Be Our Priority: Garhwal Divisional Commissioner
Garhwal Divisional Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey, speaking to the media on Wednesday, said, "All preparations have been done for the Char Dham Yatra. We prayed to Goddess Ganga to make this yatra successful. The safety of the devotees will be our priority."
The paramilitary forces and police officials will ensure the smooth and safe travel of pilgrims along the route, he added.
The Char Dham Yatra, which encompasses visits to Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, is one of the most significant pilgrimages in India, attracting lakhs of people every year.
6,000 Security Personnel Deployed
Earlier, Uttarakhand Director General of Police Deepak Kumar said approximately 6,000 policemen and 17 PAC companies will be deployed for the Yatra.
He further asserted that drones will be used to monitor the situation.
"Preparations for the Chardham Yatra by the police department and all other departments had started long ago, and now we have reached the final stage. All our plans have come to fruition. The force has been deployed. Approximately 6,000 police officers and 17 PAC companies will be deployed. Apart from this, about 90 CCTV cameras have been installed in all four Dhams, a network of more than 200 CCTV cameras on the Chardham route and more than 300 CCTV cameras have been installed in Haridwar," Uttarakhand DGP said.
Drones Will Be Used To Monitor Situation: Police
"Drones will be used to monitor the situation constantly... Social media is also being closely monitored," he further added.
On Monday, the Panchmukhi (five-faced) idol of Lord Kedarnath was ceremonially sent off to the shrine. Before embarking on the journey, a special worship ceremony was held at the Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, Uttarakhand.
Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) media in-charge, Dr. Harish Gaur, said in a press release that preparations at Kedarnath Dham are complete. Arrangements have been made for drinking water, electricity, and accommodations for priests and temple staff. The registration process for the Char Dham Yatra began on Monday.
(With ANI Inputs)
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