August 3, 2026 12:29 PM
Haridwar strengthens cleanliness, security measures as Kanwar Yatra draws lakhs of devotees
Authorities in Uttarakhand's Haridwar have intensified cleanliness, security and crowd-management measures as the annual Kanwar Yatra witnesses the arrival of lakhs of devotees in the holy city. The Kanwar Yatra began on July 30 with the commencement of the holy month of Sawan and will conclude on August 11 with the Sawan Shivratri Jal Abhishek. Every year, devotees of Lord Shiva collect holy water from the Ganga in Haridwar and carry it to Shiva temples across northern India. Haridwar Municip...