In a candid press briefing, Hemant Dwivedi, head of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee, laid out the blueprint for the upcoming Char Dham Yatra while cracking down on intrusive content creators. The pilgrimage, revered as a spiritual cornerstone, has been marred by vloggers prioritizing viral videos over sanctity.
Dwivedi didn’t mince words: ‘Such behavior disrespects our faith. Pilgrims suffer congestion caused by these intrusions.’ He noted similar problems nationwide, prompting high-level government consultations. A comprehensive action plan is ready for rollout, targeting disruptions at holy sites.
Shifting to logistics, Dwivedi detailed the yatra’s timeline. Badrinath kapats unlock on April 23 morning. Kedarnath awaits Maha Shivratri proclamation. Yamunotri and Gangotri commence on Akshaya Tritiya. Preparatory meetings have ironed out every detail, involving multiple agencies for flawless execution.
‘We’re committed to hassle-free darshan,’ Dwivedi affirmed. Demands for enhanced central security forces underscore safety commitments. With all stakeholders aligned, the 2024 yatra promises devotion without distractions, restoring the pilgrimage’s pious essence.
