Char Dham Yatra: New Rules Announced for Pilgrims: On May 17, 2024, the Uttarakhand government made a big decision regarding the Char Dham Yatra. If you are planning to go on the Char Dham Yatra, you should read this news carefully. The government has issued new instructions for pilgrims going to Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri. VIP darshan is now banned. This ban will be in place until May 31. There are other important changes made by the administration for the Char Dham Yatra as well.
The Char Dham Yatra began on May 10, 2024. Since then, lakhs of people have been arriving for the pilgrimage, causing crowding issues. More than 3 lakh people visited the Char Dham in the first six days, including many foreign tourists. By May 16, about 27 lakh devotees had registered for the Yatra. This large number of pilgrims has made it difficult for the administration to manage the event smoothly.
Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Radha Raturi orders a ban on videography/making reels for social media within a radius of 50m of the temple complex in all four Dhams
She has given this order to Secretary Tourism, Commissioner Garhwal Division & DMs and SPs of the concerned districts pic.twitter.com/R5klCpNa46
— ANI (@ANI) May 17, 2024
A significant number of young people are also visiting the Char Dham. They come for adventure, videography, or to make Instagram reels. This activity causes other people to gather in one place, creating problems for other devotees. To manage this, the administration has issued new rules.
From now on, no one is allowed to make reels or shoot videos within a 50-meter radius of the Char Dham temples. This rule is in place to reduce crowding and ensure a peaceful environment for all pilgrims. The ban on VIP darshan and videography is expected to help in managing the crowd better.
Additionally, offline registration in Haridwar and Rishikesh has been closed until May 19. This step was taken to control the number of people arriving for the Yatra. The administration is trying to manage the large crowds and ensure safety for all visitors.
The Yatra started on May 10, and in just six days, more than 3 lakh people reached Char Dham for darshan. Registration for the Yatra began on April 25, and by May 16, 27 lakh devotees had registered. This overwhelming response has made it challenging for the administration to handle the event smoothly.
The new rules aim to improve the experience for all pilgrims. With the ban on VIP darshan and videography, the administration hopes to reduce the disturbances caused by large gatherings around young people making reels or videos. This will help other devotees have a better experience.
In view of the huge crowd of pilgrims in the Char Dham Yatra, Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Radha Raturi has extended the ban on VIP darshan till May 31, so that all the devotees can easily visit the four Dhams. pic.twitter.com/u2GX19Ap8n
— ANI (@ANI) May 17, 2024
The Char Dham Yatra is a significant event for many people, and the Uttarakhand government is taking steps to ensure it is well-organized. The new rules are a part of these efforts. Pilgrims are advised to follow these instructions to help maintain order and ensure everyone’s safety.
In summary, the Uttarakhand government has made important changes to the Char Dham Yatra rules. VIP darshan is banned until May 31. Videography and making reels near the temples are also prohibited. Offline registration in Haridwar and Rishikesh is closed until May 19. These steps are taken to manage the large crowds and ensure a smooth and safe Yatra for all devotees.