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Uttarakhand CM Dhami Announces Char Dham Yatra Start Date & Preparations

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced that the Char Dham Yatra will commence on April 19, calling it a monumental occasion for the state. He stated that preparations began immediately after the conclusion of the previous yatra, with a focus on improving roads, accommodation, security, and transportation for pilgrims. Over ten lakh people have already registered for the pilgrimage, prompting the administration to ensure a hassle-free experience. Recent inspections of parking facilities in key areas like Gauchar and Karnaprayag aim to ensure smooth traffic flow during the yatra.

Key Points: Char Dham Yatra 2025: Start Date, Registrations & CM Dhami's Plan

  • Yatra begins April 19
  • Over 10 lakh pilgrims registered
  • Focus on roads, security & facilities
  • Parking projects inspected for traffic flow
  • Preparations began after last yatra
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Uttarakhand CM Dhami briefs about Char Dham Yatra preparations, calls it "monumental occasion"

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami details preparations for Char Dham Yatra starting April 19. Over 10 lakh registered. Focus on roads, security & pilgrim facilities.

"The Char Dham Yatra is a huge occasion for us, a monumental occasion... - CM Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, March 24

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday stated that the Char Dham yatra is a "huge and monumental occasion" for the state government and people, in which they make arrangements for pilgrims coming to the state from across the country and world.

Speaking to the reporters, CM Dhami stated that the Char Dham yatra will begin from April 19 and all the arrangements regarding the state began after the conclusion of 2025 yatra.

"The Char Dham Yatra is a huge occasion for us, a monumental occasion in which the people of our state welcome and make arrangements for the pilgrims coming from all over the country and the world. This year, the Char Dham Yatra begins on April 19th, and we began all preparations immediately after the 2025 Yatra," said CM Dhami.

The Chief Minister further asserted that the state government is now paying special attention to the roads and ensuring that other facilities, accommodation, and security are good. He added that the administration is also paying special attention to ensuring that the darshan arrangements and transportation are good, adding that more than 10 lakh people have already registered for the Yatra.

"We are now paying special attention to the roads. We are ensuring that other facilities, accommodation, and security are good. We are also paying special attention to ensuring that the darshan arrangements and transportation are good...More than 10 lakh people have already registered for the Yatra. Our effort is to ensure that every visiting pilgrim does not face any inconvenience," said CM Dhami.

Earlier on March 14, Housing Secretary R. Rajesh Kumar conducted a field inspection of under-construction and proposed parking projects in Gauchar, Karnaprayag and Chamoli, ahead of the Char Dham yatra.

During the inspection, Rajesh Kumar reviewed the progress of the construction works in detail with officials of the concerned departments and directed them to complete all projects within the stipulated timeline. In line with the priorities of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, ensuring smooth traffic movement for pilgrims and residents during the Char Dham Yatra remains one of the government's key focuses.

Officials informed the Housing Secretary that the construction of a parking facility in Gauchar has been completed. The parking area has a capacity of 27 vehicles and has been constructed by the Uttarakhand Peyjal Evam Nirman Nigam. Rajesh Kumar instructed officials to make the facility operational at the earliest so that both locals and pilgrims can benefit from it. He noted that such small yet important parking facilities play a crucial role in maintaining smooth traffic flow during the Char Dham Yatra.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who visited last year, the biggest issue was traffic jams near the temples. Good to see focus on parking and roads. A small suggestion: please also ensure clean public toilets and drinking water availability at regular intervals on the routes.
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Ananya R
10 lakh registrations already! That's incredible. It brings so much joy to see people from across the world connecting with our spiritual heritage. The state government must also think about managing the environmental impact of such a large number of visitors.
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Vikram M
All talk about roads and parking is good, but what about the local shopkeepers and hotel owners? After the Kedarnath tragedy, many lost everything. Hope the administration ensures fair practices and that the economic benefits truly reach the local communities this time.
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Karthik V
Security and accommodation are key. My parents are elderly and are planning to go this year. I feel reassured reading that these aspects are being prioritized. Hope the weather gods are kind too! 🤞
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Priya S
While the preparations seem thorough, I hope there is equal emphasis on crowd management at the temple sites. Last time, the rush was so much that the spiritual experience was compromised. Darshan should be peaceful, not a struggle.

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