Shri Gangotri Temple Committee Chairman Suresh Semwal stated that, as per the decision, the entry of non-Hindus into the Dham will be strictly prohibited. He added that the ban will also remain in force at Mukhba, the winter residence of the deity.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will offer prayers at River Ganga in Uttarkashi's Mukhba on Thursday wearing the traditional dress 'Chapkan, ' the winter residence of Shri Gangotri Dham.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS) conferred Sarpal Singh with the Dronacharya Award in the Lifetime Category in 2021 for his lifelong contribution to field hockey.