The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand is set to resume on September 6 after being suspended for five days due to incessant heavy rainfall and landslides. Authorities had temporarily halted the pilgrimage to ensure the safety of devotees traveling to the sacred shrines of Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. With improved weather conditions, the state government has announced the reopening of routes for pilgrims, while also urging caution during travel.
In the wake of widespread damage caused by the monsoon across the state, the Uttarakhand government has formally requested ₹5,702.15 crore in financial assistance from the central government. This funding is expected to aid in rebuilding critical infrastructure, repairing roads, restoring communication lines, and addressing the devastation to both public and private property.
Officials emphasized that while the pilgrimage is resuming, continuous monitoring of weather conditions and landslide-prone areas will remain a priority to avoid risks. Thousands of devotees undertake the Char Dham Yatra annually, making it one of the most significant pilgrimages in the Hindu faith, and the restoration of safe passage is vital for both religious and economic reasons.
The resumption of the Yatra reflects not only the devotion of pilgrims but also the resilience of Uttarakhand in overcoming natural challenges, even as it awaits federal support to recover from the monsoon’s impact.
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