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Dehradun: Helicopter service bookings to Kedarnath Dham will commence on Saturday at 6 PM, offering pilgrims a faster and more convenient travel option for the sacred yatra in Uttarakhand.
According to officials, the administration and relevant agencies have completed all preparations to ensure a smooth and convenient journey for devotees.
In the initial phase, helicopter ticket bookings will be available for travel from April 22 to June 23.
These tickets can be booked exclusively through the official IRCTC website. Online booking is mandatory to ensure transparency and prevent fraud.
Meanwhile, earlier on April 2, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami was paid a courtesy visit by the ‘Rawal’ (head priest) of Shri Kedarnath Dham, Shri Shri Shri 1008 Bhimashankar Ling, to discuss the preparations for the Char Dham Yatra.
Welcoming the revered shrine’s head priest, Chief Minister Dhami expressed gratitude for the visit and shared detailed updates on the ongoing reconstruction and development works at Shri Kedarnath Dham.
He noted that the state government has been consistently working to enhance infrastructure, safety measures, and facilities for pilgrims visiting the revered shrine.
Chief Minister Dhami highlighted that special emphasis is being placed on ensuring a smooth and well-organised Char Dham Yatra season this year.
He stated that authorities are focussing on crowd management, improved connectivity, medical facilities, and disaster preparedness, taking into account the increasing influx of devotees each year.
The Chief Minister also underlined that lessons learned from previous pilgrimage seasons are being incorporated into current planning, with coordination among various departments to ensure seamless arrangements.
He added that the state government is committed to providing a safe, comfortable, and spiritually fulfilling experience for all pilgrims.
During the discussion, both sides deliberated on key aspects related to pilgrimage management at Shri Kedarnath Dham, including logistics, accommodation, sanitation, and emergency response systems.
The team also considered the increasing number of devotees when assessing readiness for the upcoming season.
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Caption: A view of Kedarnath Dham Temple during the closure ceremony of its portals for the winter season, in Rudraprayag on Thursday, October 23, 2025. (Photo: IANS/CMO)
–IANS
