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Uttarakhand Tightens Security for Char Dham Yatra 2025: 6,000 cops, 10 Paramilitary Companies Deployed After Pahalgam Terror Attack

30 April, 2025 by NM Desk

Dehradun: In the wake of heightened security concerns following the recent Pahalgam terror attack, Uttarakhand has implemented robust arrangements to ensure the safety of pilgrims during the Char Dham Yatra 2025, which began on April 30. The state police, in collaboration with paramilitary forces and disaster response teams, has intensified vigilance along the yatra routes. … Read more

Uttarakhand Char Dham Yatra 2025 Begins: Gangotri and Yamunotri Portals Open Amid Devotion and Festivity

30 April, 2025 by NM Desk

Gangotri: The much-awaited Char Dham Yatra 2025 commenced today, April 30, with the ceremonial opening of the portals of Gangotri and Yamunotri Dhams on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. Thousands of devotees gathered to witness the grand rituals, marking the beginning of this sacred pilgrimage to the four revered shrines of Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath, … Read more

Weather Warning Issued for Start of Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, pilgrims are advised to take precautions

29 April, 2025 by NM Desk

Dehradun: As pilgrims gear up for the sacred Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, a weather advisory has been issued for the opening days of the yatra due to an active western disturbance. The Meteorological Center has predicted changing weather conditions, with lightning, strong winds, and thunderstorms expected in several districts from April 30 to May … Read more

Uttarakhand Char Dham Yatra 2025 to commence tomorrow; Gangotri and Yamunotri portal open on Akshaya Tritiya

29 April, 2025 by NM Desk

Dehradun: Tomorrow, April 30, marks the auspicious commencement of Uttarakhand’s Char Dham Yatra 2025, a spiritual journey cherished by millions of devotees from across the world. The pilgrimage to the four sacred sites—Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath—will begin with the ceremonial opening of the portals at Yamunotri and Gangotri, coinciding with Akshaya Tritiya, a day … Read more

PM Modi’s visit to Mukhba temple fuels hopes for development of Gangotri & Yamunotri shrines

18 February, 2025 by NM Desk

Dehradun: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposed visit to Gangotri-Harshil area has aroused fresh hopes for development of Gangotri shrine on the pattern of Badrinath and Kedarnath shrines. The Prime Minister is likely to visit the Mukhaba temple, which is the winter seat of Maa Ganga, on April 27 to promote winter to promote winter tourism in … Read more

PM Modi may visit Uttarakhand for winter stay at Harshil or Mukhba in Feb’s first week

23 January, 2025 by NM Desk

Dehradun: Known for his deep faith in Lord Kedar and his previous visits to Lord Badri Vishal, PM Modi is now poised to deliver a powerful message to the nation and the world from Gangotri and Yamunotri shrines during his consecutive visit to Uttarakhand in first week of February following his presence on the National … Read more

Uttarakhand: Freezing temperatures cause water supply issues in Gangotri and Harshil

20 December, 2024 by NM Desk

Uttarkashi: With the winter season intensifying in Uttarakhand, it is starting to cause significant challenges for the people. As temperatures plummet in Uttarkashi district, the Bhagirathi River has started freezing in Gangotri, and iron pipes have burst in Harshil, leading to severe water supply disruptions. Despite the absence of rain and snowfall, the minimum temperature … Read more

Priests, tour operators unite for successful winter Char Dham yatra in Uttarakhand

13 December, 2024 by NM Desk

Uttarkashi: With the onset of winter Char Dham yatra in Uttarakhand, excitement is visible in the Uttarkashi district. Yamunotri and Gangotri temple committees, pilgrimage priests, hotel associations, tour and travel businesses, and various organizations involved in travel arrangements have shown strong commitment to promoting winter travel. They have widely appreciated the state government’s initiative in … Read more

Uttarakhand to launch first-time Heli-Services for Gangotri in 2025 yatra season

11 November, 2024 by NM Desk

Dehradun: The Heli-services will be available for the pilgrims who want to go to the Gangotri Dham. Currently, the Heli-service is neither available for Gangotri Dham nor Yamunotri Dham. Both the Dhams- Gangotri and Yamunotri- are in the state’s hill district Uttarkashi. Reports reaching from Gangotri said that a helipad is under construction about one-and-a-half kilometres … Read more

Uttarakhand Char Dham yatra: Badrinath portal closing date to be decided on 12 October, day of Vijay Dashami

8 October, 2024 by NM Desk

Dehradun: As the Char Dham pilgrimage in Uttarakhand nears its end, the Badri-Kedar Temple Committee (BKTC) will set the date for the closing ceremony of the Badrinath shrine portals on Vijaya Dashami, October 12. In addition to the Badrinath temple, the dates for closing the portals of the second Kedar, Madhyamaheshwar, and the third Kedar, … Read more