All processes for yatra authority should be done by Jan: Dhami
Hindustan Times Patna|December 21, 2024
Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday directed officials concerned to complete all processes for forming the Yatra Development Authority by January 30 next year and asked them to make efforts to increase the carrying capacity of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri by developing infrastructure facilities at these shrines.
HT Correspondent

DEHRADUN:

Dhami gave these directions to the officials during a high-level meeting at the Chief Minister's residence in Dehradun on Friday.

Dhami said, "Efforts should be made to increase the carrying capacity of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri by development of infrastructure facilities. Preparations should be made to make the upcoming Char Dham yatra smooth. To strengthen all the arrangements for the Char Dham Yatra, all processes for forming the Yatra Authority should be completed by January 30, 2025. By January 15, a meeting should be held with the priest and stakeholders for their suggestions. For a well-organised yatra, the system of registration should be streamlined by making better use of technology", Dhami said.

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