With the beginning of the holy Sawan month on Friday, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in the Kanwar Yatra in Ujjain and also showered flowers to welcome the Kanwar Yatris.
AAP Delhi State President Saurabh Bharadwaj on Sunday criticised the BJP-led Delhi administration for politicising the sacred Kanwar Yatra by defunding long-standing community-run camps and redirecting funds to BJP-backed and affiliated organisations.
The official said, "In view of the upcoming Kanwar Yatra, our previous experience has seen that when the Kanwar Yatra is going on, incidents of motorcycle theft and mobile theft have been seen in Kanwar camps. Police will be deployed in all the Kanwar camps in the district so that no such ga
As Kanwar Yatra commenced, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the state government will take strict action against those who are deceiving people, hiding their identity and harming Sanatan under Operation Kalanemi.
Speaking to ANI in Hapur, Govil said, "What problem should anyone have in telling their name and giving other details? The Kanwar Yatra is a religious ritual that must be performed according to specific rules and norms. It is our right to know where one can go."
The Uttar Pradesh Police have deployed the Rapid Action Force (RAF), Quick Response Team (QRT), and Anti-Terror Squad to ensure the secure conduct of the Kanwar Yatra, which begins on July 11.
The Uttar Pradesh administration held an interstate meeting with Haryana officials on Tuesday to ensure the safety and well-being of pilgrims during the Kanwar Yatra. The administration launched QR codes to enhance transparency and accountability at food stalls and dhabas on the Kanwar route
During the meeting, the Chief Minister directed the strict implementation of the verification campaign across all districts and emphasised tight surveillance at the state borders.
The meeting was attended by the UP Director General of Police, Chief Secretary, and top officers from UP and Haryana to coordinate efforts for smooth and secure conduct of the pilgrimage.
"We have made extensive arrangements in Shahdara district. It is one of the significant districts for Kanwar Yatris, as it is the route for those who bring 'jal' from Haridwar or Garh Ganga", the police official said.