Uttarakhand Plans Authority to Regulate Char Dham Yatra
The government of Uttarakhand is planning to establish a “Dharmik Yatra Authority” to better regulate the Char Dham Yatra and other pilgrimages like the Kanwar yatra. This decision is driven by the increasing number of pilgrims, which has put a strain on current management systems. The new authority will set regulations, limit daily pilgrim numbers, plan routes, and ensure health and safety measures. The aim is to create a more organized and consistent management process, addressing issues like frequent transfers of district magistrates that disrupt administration. The authority will follow specific rules and possibly adapt guidelines from Uttar Pradesh to fit Uttarakhand’s needs.
