Shift in Uttarakhand pilgrimage trend: Char Dham footfall declined 16%; other religious sites rise; Kainchi Dham sees 300% surge

Shift in Uttarakhand pilgrimage trend: Char Dham footfall declined 16%; other religious sites rise; Kainchi Dham sees 300% surge

Dehradun: The spiritual map of Uttarakhand is undergoing a quiet transformation. While the Char Dham Yatra remains a cornerstone of religious tourism, other pilgrimage sites like Kainchi Dham, Kartikeya Swami Temple, and Jagannath Temple are witnessing a remarkable surge in footfall—reshaping the state’s pilgrimage economy and cultural narrative. According to Brijesh Sati, General secretary, Uttarakhand … Read more

Kainchi Dham foundation day: 4 lakh devotees expected, strict traffic plan and security measures in place

Kainchi Dham foundation day: 4 lakh devotees expected, strict traffic plan and security measures in place

Nainital: As Kainchi Dham prepares for its grand foundation day celebrations on June 15, authorities have implemented strict traffic regulations and security measures to manage the expected influx of over 4 lakh devotees. This year, for the first time, the SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal) will be deployed, alongside police, SDRF, PAC, and home guards, ensuring … Read more

Sacred scent for Baba Neem Karoli: Special perfume ‘Sugandh Prasad’ from Kannauj to be offered at Kainchi Dham foundation day

Sacred scent for Baba Neem Karoli: Special perfume ‘Sugandh Prasad’ from Kannauj to be offered at Kainchi Dham foundation day

Nainital: As Kainchi Dham prepares for its grand foundation day celebrations on June 15, devotees are set to witness a unique offering—a special devotional perfume created exclusively for Baba Neem Karoli. Following the long-standing tradition of offering blankets, this fragrance, named ‘Sugandh Prasad’, will be sent from Kannauj, the perfume capital of India, to the … Read more

Nainital tourism rebounds amid pleasant weather and Kainchi Dham rush; hoteliers expect strong earnings after Rs 60 crore loss

Nainital tourism rebounds amid pleasant weather and Kainchi Dham rush; hoteliers expect strong earnings after Rs 60 crore loss

Nainital: After weeks of declining tourism, Nainital is once again buzzing with visitors, thanks to pleasant weather and the upcoming Kainchi Dham festival on 15 June. The tourism sector, which suffered a Rs 60 crore loss due to communal tensions and Indo-Pak border concerns, is now showing signs of recovery. Tourism sector sees growth after … Read more

Traffic woes in Uttarakhand claim second life in four days; tourist rush leads to delays, businessman died inside ambulance

Traffic woes in Uttarakhand claim second life in four days; tourist rush leads to delays, businessman died inside ambulance

Dehradun: Uttarakhand’s scenic beauty is drawing massive crowds, but the surge in tourists has turned into a logistical nightmare, with crippling traffic jams claiming a second life in just four days. The latest tragedy unfolded in Nainital district, where a businessman succumbed inside an ambulance, unable to receive timely medical assistance due to hours-long gridlock … Read more

Uttarakhand’s first rooftop helipad set for Kainchi Dham; estimated cost Rs 40 crore

Uttarakhand’s first rooftop helipad set for Kainchi Dham; estimated cost Rs 40 crore

Nainital: In a major development for Uttarakhand, the state’s first rooftop helipad will soon be constructed at Kainchi Dham, a famous religious site. The project, estimated to cost around Rs 40 crore, aims to boost pilgrimage and tourism in the Kumaon region. Along with the helipad, a three-storey parking facility, beautification lighting system, and Aastha … Read more