Char Dham Yatra: New Travel Advisory to Ensure Smooth Pilgrimage
In a bid to alleviate traffic congestion during the revered Char Dham Yatra, the Uttarkashi Police have released a detailed travel advisory for pilgrims. As reported by Travel + Leisure, this advisory outlines specific routes to facilitate an uninterrupted spiritual journey for the thousands of devotees visiting the sacred Char Dham sites—Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri—in Uttarakhand.
Optimized Routes for a Seamless Journey
To better manage the influx of pilgrims and streamline traffic, the Uttarkashi Police have designated fixed routes from Rishikesh and Dehradun. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the recommended pathways:
- Rishikesh to Gangotri: Travel through Narendranagar, Chamba, Dharasu Band, Uttarkashi, Gangotri, Bhatwadi, Harsil, and Gangotri.
- Rishikesh to Yamunotri: Follow the route via Narendranagar, Chamba, Dharasu Band, Jankichatti, Brahmakhal, and Radi Top.
- Dehradun to Yamunotri: The advised path includes Damta, Naugaon, Barkot, Dobata, and Jankichatti.
- Yamunotri to Gangotri: Move from Jankichatti through Dobata, Radi Top, Brahmakhal, Dharasu Band, Uttarkashi, Gangori, Bhatwadi, and Harsil.
For those returning from Gangotri to Rishikesh, the advisory suggests avoiding the Harsil, Bhatwadi, Gangotri, and Tekhla bridges. Instead, travelers should use the alternative route via Mando, Joshiada, Manera, Badethi, Matali, and Dharasu. Pilgrims heading to Kedarnath and Badrinath from Gangotri should take the route through Harshil, Bhatwadi, Gangori, Tekhala, Mando, Manpur, Chowringhee, Lambgaon, and Srinagar.
Additionally, to reduce urban congestion, heavy trucks are restricted from entering urban areas between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
Registering for the Char Dham Yatra
Online Registration:
- Visit the official registration website: Char Dham Registration.
- Complete the registration form and verify your details through an OTP.
- Receive a unique registration number (URN) via SMS to confirm successful registration.
Alternatively, tourists can register via the ‘Tourist Care Uttarakhand’ mobile app or by sending ‘Yatra’ to +91 8394833833 on WhatsApp.
Offline Registration:
Pilgrims can also register at various locations, including Haridwar Rahi Hotel, Rishikesh ISBT, Rishikesh Gurdwara, Janki Chatti, Sonprayag, Barkot, Hina (Uttarkashi), Pankhi, Joshimath, Gaurikund, and Govind Ghat.
Reaching the Char Dham Sites
- Kedarnath: Yatra buses from Rishikesh or Haridwar to Gaurikund, followed by a 17 km trek or options for pony, doli (palanquin), and helicopter shuttle services.
- Badrinath: Well-connected by road with buses and taxis from Rishikesh and Haridwar.
- Yamunotri: Reach Janki Chatti by road, then trek 5 km uphill or use pony and doli services.
- Gangotri: Approximately 270 km from Rishikesh, accessible by buses or taxis from Rishikesh and Haridwar.
Embark on your spiritual journey with confidence, knowing that these meticulously planned routes and guidelines are in place to ensure your pilgrimage to the Char Dham sites is as smooth and fulfilling as possible.
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