Uttrakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held a virtual meeting on Monday with district magistrates from across the state to review the arrangements for the Char Dham Yatra 2025, which is scheduled to begin on April 30.
In a post on X, Dhami said, “Hail Baba Kedar…! Shri Kedarnath Dham is being decorated with flowers before the doors open. Devotees will be able to have darshan of Baba from May 2.”
The registration for Char Dham Yatra 2025 also began on Monday, with special counters set up for specially-abled individuals, senior citizens, and foreign nationals. Moreover, 20 free registration counters have been established, according to District Tourism Officer Shushil Nautiyal.
“Today is the first day of registration, and the limit for registration today is 1,000. This will be adjusted based on further instructions from higher authorities,” Nautiyal said.
Haridwar SSP Pramod Doval, speaking on the preparations, said, “We are carefully reviewing police arrangements for the Yatra. Three halting areas have been designated, CCTV cameras have been set up at crucial points, and drones will be used to manage traffic and ensure the smooth flow of movement.”
“Our priority is to ensure no devotee faces any inconvenience. The area has been divided into zones and sectors with extensive police deployment. Additionally, five tourist police centers are being established to assist pilgrims.”
“The administration is gearing up to manage the influx of devotees for the annual pilgrimage, which draws thousands to the sacred sites of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath,” he added.
