Kedarnath Yatra is facing major disruption as Uttarakhand issues a two-day orange weather alert and adverse conditions force helicopters to be suspended across multiple locations. Authorities have stepped up safety measures, including heightened monitoring at the sites and a special operation aimed at identifying suspicious people posing as sadhus. Pilgrims are urged to follow guidelines and check updates before travel.
Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district administration has intensified preparations for the Kedarnath Yatra after ground inspections along the route. Officials say improved token-based regulation will control pilgrim flow and curb overcrowding near the shrine. Adequate forces are deployed, including two Yatra magistrates at Kedarnath and additional sector magistrates on key road stretches between Sonprayag and Sitapur.
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Rudraprayag administration has ramped up safety preparations for the Kedarnath Yatra by deploying sector officers and setting up relief camps along the route. The plan includes medical points, seating, and continuous monitoring to manage crowds and emergencies. Notably, handlers are mandatory for horses and mules used during the pilgrimage. The Char Dham Yatra started on April 19.
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