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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami meets Kedarnath Rawal, reviews Yatra preparations

By ANI | Updated: April 2, 2026 14:00 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 2 : Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met the Rawal of Shri Kedarnath Dham, ...

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Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 2 : Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met the Rawal of Shri Kedarnath Dham, Shri Shri Shri 1008 Bhimashankar Ling, on Thursday, who paid a courtesy visit and bestowed his blessings upon the CM.

On this occasion, the Rawal prayed for the divine grace of Lord Kedarnath and for the prosperity and well-being of the state.

Welcoming the Rawal, the Chief Minister shared updates on the ongoing reconstruction and development works at Kedarnath Dham. He stated that the state government is continuously working to strengthen facilities, safety, and overall arrangements for pilgrims. He also highlighted the efforts being made to ensure that the upcoming pilgrimage season is smooth and well-organised.

During the meeting, discussions were held regarding the management of Kedarnath Dham, the operation of the pilgrimage, and the necessary preparations in view of the increasing number of devotees. The Chief Minister sought Rawal's blessings and guidance for the state's progress and the welfare of its people.

Meanwhile, earlier today, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami outlined a major crackdown under Operation Prahaar, aimed at keeping Devbhoomi safe, clean, and free from crime.

Regarding recent incidents, Dhami said, "Some incidents have occurred recently that are very unfortunate and present a challenge for us. We are committed to ending such incidents and ensuring they do not happen again. We are setting up a system for this," stressing the government's proactive approach.

Speaking about the crackdown, he explained, "The Police Department has launched 'Operation Prahaar', under which many criminals, gangsters, and those involved in professional crimes are being apprehended," highlighting the focused action against organised crime.

Ensuring student safety, Dhami stated, "Dehradun hosts thousands of students from across the country and the world who come here to study in various institutions. All hostels are being thoroughly inspected. Hostel operators are required to cooperate in this effort," emphasising preventive measures to safeguard students.

Highlighting the zero tolerance policy, he added, "We are scrutinising everyone's past records. The investigation drive has been intensified, and night patrolling by the police is being regularised. Absolute strictness will be maintained."

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