Emphasising on the importance of the Hemkund Sahib as a historical pilgrimage of Sikkim, Bindra said that the ropeway project would not only provide convenience to the devotees, but also pave a way for the economic and social prosperity.
The Uttarakhand government on Tuesday signed an agreement with National Highway Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) for the development of ropeways to Kedarnath and Hemkund Sahib under the Centre's Parvatmala project.
In view of the continuous rainfall in Uttarakhand, the state government has postponed the Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib Yatra till September 5, 2025, said Uttarakhand Chief Minister's Secretary and Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister's Secretary and Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey on Monday announced that the Char Dham Yatra and Hemkund Sahib Yatra have been postponed until September 5.
Passenger movement has been temporarily halted after the Badrinath-Rishikesh highway was blocked due to falling debris at Sirobgad on Saturday. The heavy rainfall across several districts in Uttarakhand led to the blockage, forcing passengers travelling to Badrinath, Kedarnath, and Hemkund S
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved a proposal to celebrate the 350th martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur with great reverence and enthusiasm across the state, according to an official statement.
Uttarakhand Chie Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday held a cabinet meeting and took a decision regarding the promulgation of Uttarakhand Mega Industrial and Investment Policy-2025 (Mega Policy-2025).
The first group of Sikh pilgrims, led by the Panch Pyaras, began the Shri Hemkund Sahib Yatra 2025. They started their journey with the Nishan Sahib and full police protection, ensuring a safe pilgrimage.
The governor said that the journey to Hemkund Sahib is a symbol of faith, devotion and belief. The difficult journey of about 18 kilometres to this pilgrimage located at an altitude of 15,000 ft is a test of every devotee's patience, courage and faith.
The portals of Hemkund Sahib, situated at a height of over 15,000 feet above sea level, will open on May 25. The shrine is visited by lakhs of devotees every summer.