Uttarakhand CM Dhami Extends Wishes To Devotees

Dehradun, April 18: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday extended his best wishes to devotees arriving for the Char Dham Yatra, which is set to commence on Sunday, April 19. He prayed for a safe and auspicious pilgrimage for all pilgrims.

Dhami Prays for Safe Yatra, Aims to Break Previous Records

Welcoming devotees from across the country and abroad, the Chief Minister said he prays to Baba Kedar, Maa Gangotri, Maa Yamunotri, and Badri Vishal for the smooth and successful completion of the yatra this year, just like in previous years. He also expressed confidence that this year’s Char Dham Yatra will surpass all previous records.

He emphasized that the state government is fully committed to ensuring a safe pilgrimage, with continuous monitoring and review of preparations at every level. The goal, he said is to ensure that every devotee returns home with golden memories of their time in Devbhoomi, Uttarakhand.

He also appealed to all those involved in the yatra, from sanitation workers to police personnel and administrative officials, to diligently fulfill their responsibilities. He expressed hope that with teamwork and divine blessings, this year’s pilgrimage will also be conducted safely and efficiently, without causing inconvenience to any devotee.

Dhami Flags Off Yatra, Reviews Facilities and Infrastructure Push

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday also attended the inauguration ceremony of the Char Dham Yatra 2026 today, organised by the Joint Rotation Yatra Arrangement Committee in Rishikesh. On the occasion, he flagged off buses carrying pilgrims to the Char Dham shrines and also inspected a free medical camp set up for devotees. Highlighting infrastructure developments, the Chief Minister said that several historic initiatives are being undertaken under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make the journey more convenient.