The Kedarnath Dham, located in Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India, opened its portals on Wednesday, marking the beginning of the pilgrimage season. Despite fresh snowfall covering the area, thousands of devotees have arrived at the shrine. The Char Dham Yatra officially commenced on April 19, and pilgrims have been steadily arriving since then. Authorities have issued advisories for visitors to wear heavy woolens and exercise caution while traveling due to the cold weather. To maintain the sanctity of the temple, strict restrictions have been placed on the use of mobile phones, cameras, and drones within the temple premises. Rudraprayag Superintendent of Police Niharika Tomar emphasized the importance of these rules and warned against unauthorized drone usage. A mobile counter and locker system have been established to help pilgrims safeguard their devices. With the temple now open after a six-month winter closure, authorities anticipate large crowds in the coming days and have enhanced security measures across Kedarnath Dham.