Char Dham Yatra Sees Over 400,000 Pilgrims in First Ten Days
Char Dham Yatra: Over 4 lakh pilgrims visit in first 10 days
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The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, India, has attracted over 400,000 pilgrims in its first ten days, with significant arrangements made for their safety and comfort. Key sites include Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri, where thousands have visited since the pilgrimage began on April 19, 2026.
- 01Over 400,000 pilgrims have participated in the Char Dham Yatra in just ten days.
- 02Kedarnath Dham has seen the highest number of visitors, with 207,452 pilgrims.
- 03The state government has enhanced facilities like healthcare and sanitation along the Yatra routes.
- 04Strict measures are in place against misinformation and littering to maintain the pilgrimage's sanctity.
- 05The Yatra officially began on April 19, 2026, with traditional rituals.
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The Char Dham Yatra, a significant religious pilgrimage in Uttarakhand, India, has successfully welcomed 408,401 pilgrims within the first ten days of its opening. This influx follows the ceremonial opening of the temple portals on April 19, 2026. Key destinations include Kedarnath Dham, which recorded 207,452 visitors, and Badrinath Dham, with 84,942 pilgrims. The state government has implemented extensive arrangements to ensure the safety and comfort of the pilgrims, including improved facilities for drinking water, healthcare, and traffic management. Additionally, officials are actively monitoring the situation and have issued strict directives to combat misinformation and littering, preserving the Yatra's sanctity. The pilgrimage is expected to continue attracting visitors as it progresses.
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The influx of pilgrims boosts local businesses and services, providing economic benefits to the region.
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