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Industrialist Mahendra Sharma Donates Rs 1.01 Crore to Badrinath Temple

Industrialist Mahendra Sharma donated Rs 1.01 crore to the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee at Badrinath Dham. BKTC Chairman Hemant Dwivedi welcomed the donation and praised Sharma's long association with the committee. The Badrinath Dham portals opened for the 2026 pilgrimage season with traditional rituals. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami welcomed pilgrims and announced the full opening of Char Dham Yatra.

Key Points: Mahendra Sharma Donates Rs 1.01 Cr to Badrinath Temple

  • Mahendra Sharma donates Rs 1.01 crore to BKTC
  • BKTC Chairman Hemant Dwivedi welcomes donation
  • Sharma has been a BKTC member for over a decade
  • Badrinath Dham portals opened for 2026 pilgrimage season
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Uttarakhand: Industrialist Mahendra Sharma donates Rs 1.01 crore to BKTC at Badrinath Dham

Industrialist Mahendra Sharma donates Rs 1.01 crore to Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee. BKTC Chairman Hemant Dwivedi praises the contribution.

"This donation reflects my devotion to Lord Badrinath and Kedarnath. - Mahendra Sharma"

Chamoli, April 24

Renowned industrialist and senior member of the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee, Mahendra Sharma, on Friday donated a Rs 1.01 crore cheque to the temple committee at Badrinath Dham.

On the occasion, BKTC Chairman Hemant Dwivedi welcomed Mahendra Sharma and expressed gratitude for his contribution.

Dwivedi stated that Mahendra Sharma, a native of Himachal Pradesh, is a well-known industrialist and has been associated with the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee as a member for over a decade.

He further said Sharma has made notable contributions towards the development of pilgrimage sites across India and in improving facilities for devotees. Continuing the same commitment, he donated Rs 1.01 crore to BKTC. Dwivedi described the contribution as commendable and said it serves as an inspiration for other devotees.

Mahendra Sharma said that he has deep faith in Lord Badrinath and Kedarnath, and that this donation reflects his devotion. He expressed hope that the temple committee will utilise the funds for religious purposes and for the service of devotees.

Other members and officials of the temple committee were also present on the occasion and extended their appreciation to the donor. Devotees have also been praising Mahendra Sharma for his generosity.

Meanwhile, the portals of Shri Badrinath Dham were opened for devotees at 6:15 AM on Thursday, following traditional rituals and the chanting of Vedic mantras. The temple premises were decorated to mark the commencement of the pilgrimage season.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, in a post on X, said, "Today, with full rites and rituals and the chanting of Vedic mantras, the gates of the sacred Badrinath Dham, the earthly Vaikunth, will be opened for devotees. May the grace of Lord Badrinath Vishal bring happiness, peace, and prosperity into the lives of all devotees. May this sacred occasion bring a message of spiritual energy, faith, and a positive beginning for everyone. A hearty welcome and warm greetings to all of you for the Holy Char Dham Yatra - 2026."

Speaking to ANI, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said, "With the opening of the portals to Badrinath Dham today, Char Dham is completely open. With the blessings of all four dhams and the blessings of Bhagwan Badri Vishal, may the Char Dham yatra be safe and well. May the regulations of Yatra be followed..."

- ANI

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Nisha Z
While donations are welcome, I hope the temple committee maintains complete transparency about how this Rs 1.01 crore is spent. Pilgrims deserve modern facilities, but there should be clear accounting. Also, it would be nice if industrialists also invested in healthcare and education in nearby villages, not just religious sites. Just saying... 🤔
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Rohit L
Finally some positive news! Amidst all the politics and controversies, it's heartening to see people like Mahendra Sharma ji contributing to our sacred pilgrimage sites. The Char Dham Yatra is the backbone of Uttarakhand's economy too. Hope this sets an example for other wealthy individuals to follow. Jai Badri Vishal! 🔱
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Sneha F
Very noble gesture by Mr. Sharma! But I'm also thinking - with CM Dhami ji saying Char Dham is fully open now, the authorities should ensure proper crowd management and safety measures. Last year there were issues with long queues and basic amenities. Hope this donation adds to infrastructure improvements for a smoother yatra experience for all devotees. Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya 🙏
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Tanya I
Inspiring! Shows that even in the material world, people still have deep faith. Rs 1.01 crore is a significant amount - I hope BKTC uses it wisely for religious purposes as the donor intended. Also, good to see that the temple committee has members like Mahendra Sharma who are genuinely committed. May Lord Badrinath bless everyone! 🌸
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Varun X
Great to see industrialists contributing to religious causes. But honestly, I hope the temple management also

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