Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has slammed the "organised effort" to portray social reformer and spiritual leader Sree Narayana Guru "as the advocate and proponent of Sanatana Dharma."
Taking a digital leap, the Prayagraj division of North Central Railway has launched an innovative initiative to simplify the ticketing process through modern technology.
"All arrangements have been made across the state. In Ayodhya, we are ensuring that the pilgrims do not face any inconvenience. The SOPs have been put in place in view of security," said the IG.
The Winter Chardham Yatra has gained momentum with the arrival of more than 15 thousand pilgrims to four shrines Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri so far.
The temple will be closed for the day with the singing of Harivarasanam at night and will reopen at 5 pm on December 30 for the Makaravilakku festival.
UP Deputy CM Maurya said, "Kumbh Mela was organised in Prayagraj in January 2013. Akhilesh Yadav had handed over the management of that Kumbh Mela to his uncle Azam Khan. Kumbh Mela had never been in such a bad condition in history to date. The visiting pilgrims even became victims of accide
As part of efforts to restore wells and pilgrimage sites in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal and reconnect people with their religious traditions, a team from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and local administration visited several historic locations on Wednesday.
Dr Manibhushan Tiwari, Executive Officer of the Municipal Council in Sambhal on Wednesday announced an initiative to restore wells and pilgrimage sites in the city to reconnect people with their religious traditions.
Hindu devotees in India and across the world are eagerly waiting for the once-in-twelve-year Mahakumbh Mela beginning January 13, 2025 in the ancient city of Prayagraj.
New Delhi [India], December 24: The Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) - the Professional Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Arm of Indian Railways and a Schedule 'A' Miniratna PSU is all set to welcome the pilgrims at the Mahakumbh Gram - IRCTC Tent City at Prayagr
Uttar Pradeh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has reaffirmed the government's commitment to ensuring smooth transportation, better residential facilities and quick assistance for all the pilgrims and tourists coming from across the country and the world for the upcoming Maha Kumbh 2025.