Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the journey to Kedarnath Dham and the Chardham is a divine celebration of the country’s faith, unity, and rich traditions. He said that these journeys give glimpses of India’s eternal culture.

 

In a letter to the countrymen, the Prime Minister informed that the doors of Kedarnath Dham on the sacred land of Uttarakhand have been opened for all devotees with full rites and rituals. Mr Modi said that every step of the Chardham Yatra connects one more with the sanctity of nature, the country’s rich cultural heritage and our responsibilities towards the nation. In his letter, the Prime Minister has urged citizens to adopt five resolutions. He appealed to people to maintain cleanliness at pilgrimage sites and in surrounding areas, contribute to keeping rivers clean, and take a pledge for a single-use plastic-free journey. He also urged people to remain sensitive towards nature and contribute to environmental conservation.

 

In the third resolution, the Prime Minister emphasized service, cooperation, and unity. Additionally, he urged people to include the purchase of local products in their spending. He appealed to those visiting the Char Dham Yatra to follow rules and traffic instructions to ensure the pilgrimage is safe and smooth. The Prime Minister also asked content creators and influencers to make efforts to take the local stories and small traditions of Uttarakhand to the masses.