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Char Dham Yatra Online Registration Fee to Curb Fake Bookings

Uttarakhand will introduce a fee for online registration for the Char Dham Yatra to combat the issue of fake bookings. A committee chaired by the Additional Commissioner of Garhwal Division is tasked with determining the final fee, with a proposed minimum of Rs 10. This measure aims to ensure only genuine pilgrims register, addressing overcrowding and safety concerns. The new system is set to be implemented ahead of the yatra's commencement on April 19.

Key Points: Char Dham Yatra Online Registration Fee to Stop Fake Bookings

  • Fee to deter fake bookings
  • Committee to decide final amount
  • Aimed at crowd control and safety
  • Yatra begins April 19
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Registration fee to be charged for Char Dham Yatra online registration to curb fake bookings

Uttarakhand plans a registration fee for Char Dham Yatra online bookings to prevent fake registrations and manage pilgrim crowds effectively.

"A minimum fee of Rs 10 should be charged to prevent fake registrations for the Char Dham Yatra. - Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey"

Dehradun, February 17

Pilgrims registering online for the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand will soon have to pay a registration fee, with a committee formed under the chairmanship of the Additional Commissioner of Garhwal Division to determine the amount at the earliest, Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey said on Tuesday.

Pandey said a minimum fee of Rs 10 has been proposed to prevent fake registrations, a concern that has grown in recent years as the yatra attracts millions of devotees annually.

"People will have to pay a fee for online registration for the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. A committee has been formed under the chairmanship of the Additional Commissioner of Garhwal Division to determine the fee at the earliest. A minimum fee of Rs 10 should be charged to prevent fake registrations for the Char Dham Yatra. The final fee will be decided after the committee submits its report and receives approval from the government," said Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey.

Fake registrations have been a recurring challenge for the Uttarakhand government, often leading to overcrowding, mismanagement, and safety concerns along the yatra routes. The proposed fee is intended to ensure that only genuine pilgrims register for the yatra, bringing greater order and accountability to the process.

The final fee structure will be implemented only after the committee submits its report and obtains government approval, Pandey added.

The development comes ahead of the upcoming Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, which is set to begin on April 19. The yatra will commence with the opening of the gates at Yamunotri and Gangotri on April 19. The portals of Shri Kedarnath Dham and Shri Badrinath Dham are also set to reopen for devotees on April 22 and April 23, respectively.

With lakhs of devotees expected to undertake the sacred journey this season, ensuring a safe, organised, and hassle-free Char Dham Yatra experience should remain a top priority for the Uttarakhand government.

- ANI

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Priya S
While the intention is good, I hope the fee remains truly nominal. For many families, especially from rural areas, every rupee counts when planning a pilgrimage. The government must ensure the process doesn't become a revenue-generating exercise in disguise.
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Rohit P
Finally! Last year, my parents couldn't get a slot because everything was booked within minutes, likely by bots or fake users. Overcrowding is a major safety hazard in the hills. A small fee is a small price to pay for a managed and safe yatra.
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Sarah B
As someone who visited last season, the chaos at some points was unreal. This seems like a practical step. But the committee should also look at improving the website's capacity and user experience. The current portal crashes often during peak registration times.
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Vikram M
The fee is okay, but what about accountability? If I pay ₹10 and the website fails or my slot is lost due to technical glitches, will there be a refund mechanism? The system needs to be robust and transparent. Hope the committee addresses this.
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Nisha Z
Good step for crowd management. But the government should also focus on basic facilities - clean toilets, drinking water, and medical aid along the route. Sometimes the focus is only on registration, not on the actual pilgrimage experience. Har Har Mahadev!

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