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Uttarakhand’s Chardham Yatra has attracted over 47 lakh pilgrims in 114 days, exceeding last year’s figures despite monsoon challenges. With authorities prioritising safety and regulating movement during adverse weather, the pilgrimage is on track to set a new annual record

Rescue teams in Kedarnath Temple airlifted two ailing pilgrims for advanced treatment amid the ongoing Char Dham Yatra rush. Meanwhile, Badrinath Temple recorded over 5.56 lakh devotees within a month, surpassing previous pilgrimage records

Authorities have set up health screening camps and OPDs along the Char Dham Yatra route, including Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, to monitor pilgrims’ health, especially older travellers, and ensure safe passage through the high-altitude journey

The Char Dham Yatra is a sacred Hindu pilgrimage linking Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. Rooted in history and revived by Adi Shankaracharya, it continues to reflect India’s spiritual heritage, cultural unity and enduring traditions across generations

The Char Dham Yatra has begun with the opening of Yamunotri and Gangotri, following a traditional clockwise route. Devotees embark on a spiritually significant journey through Kedarnath and Badrinath, with lakhs registering this year

The Kedarnath Yatra was temporarily suspended after a landslide near Sonprayag blocked the route. SDRF personnel rescued trapped pilgrims returning from Gaurikund. Authorities halted the pilgrimage as a precaution until the path is cleared and safe for travel.

The temporary suspension had been imposed on Sunday as a precautionary measure to protect the lives and property of pilgrims and residents amid severe weather

The move has been made to safeguard the lives and property of thousands of pilgrims and residents amid deteriorating weather conditions in the region

After a fatal helicopter crash near Gaurikund, the government enforced strict safety rules for flights in hilly areas. All heli services are suspended for two days, pilots involved were penalized, and a full investigation is underway to ensure future safety

On April 10, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the state government is dedicated to ensuring the safety of Char Dham Yatra pilgrims, as this pilgrimage is vital for the state's economy.

The ceremonial launch began with traditional prayers and rituals, symbolising the official start of a pilgrimage that will now continue throughout the year, marking a significant milestone in the state’s cultural and economic journey

It was being towed to Gauchar for repairs by MI-17 chopper of Indian Air Force, which began to go off balance over Lincholi

Villagers express deep frustration with the local administration, accuse them of inaction and neglect

District administration, police, and other security forces are continuously working to rescue stranded pilgrims and locals

The deceased have been identified as Bhanu Prasad, 50, and his wife Neelam Devi, 45. Their 28-year-old son Vipin was injured when an eatery and a culvert near the Nautar stream were washed away by the cloudburst in Ghansali's Jakhanyali.

Incident occurred near Chirbasa area on Gaurikund-Kedarnath trekking route when debris and heavy stones started falling down from the hill

According to police officials, the accident occurred on the Badrinath National Highway near Chatwapeepal between Gauchar and Karnaprayag

The actor visited the sacred shrines of Kedarnath and Badrinath in the State earlier this week

The meeting between Rahul Gandhi and Varun Gandhi, who are rarely seen together in public, triggered speculation in some quarters over Varun's political future

The Chief of the Air Staff reviewed the operational preparedness of the Command and expressed satisfaction with its major achievements