BHADERWAH, AUGUST 6: In preparation for the upcoming annual Kailash Yatra, the District Development Council (DDC) Chairman of Doda, Dhananter Singh Kotwal and Deputy Commissioner Doda, Harvinder Singh jointly conducted a comprehensive review of the arrangements being made for the smooth and safe conduct of the religious pilgrimage.
The DDC Chairman emphasized the importance of proper coordination among all stakeholders to ensure that pilgrims face no inconvenience during the Yatra.
He directed the departments to ensure adequate facilities, including drinking water, sanitation, medical aid, transportation and security arrangements. Special focus was laid on maintaining cleanliness along the Yatra route and providing proper signage and resting points for devotees.
A comprehensive review meeting was held in Bhaderwah to assess and streamline the preparations for the upcoming Kailash Yatra 2025.
During the meeting, emphasis was laid on ensuring a clean and plastic-free environment throughout the Yatra route. Departments were directed to work in close coordination to complete all necessary arrangements well before the scheduled date of 10th August 2025.
Key instructions included ensuring an uninterrupted water supply, carrying out essential electrical repairs, timely procurement of firewood and upgrading infrastructure at critical points along the Yatra route. Health authorities were asked to deploy two medical teams equipped with oxygen support, along with a mobile medical unit from the Kellar side to cater to the pilgrims.
Security forces are to be deployed at vital locations such as Kailash Kund and Hayan to maintain order and safety. Additionally, the installation of solar lights was recommended to enhance visibility and safety during night hours, particularly in remote and high-altitude areas.
The DDC Chairman also urged the local population to cooperate and extend warm hospitality to the pilgrims.
He expressed confidence that with the joint efforts of the administration and the local community, the Yatra would be a peaceful and spiritually enriching experience for all.
The event witnessed the esteemed presence of SSP Doda Sandeep Kumar Mehta, DDC Vice Chairperson Sangeeta Bhagat, ADC Bhaderwah Sunil Bhutyal, ASP Bhaderwah, CEO BDA, Executive Engineer PDD Doda, Executive Engineer R&B Bhaderwah, Tehsildars of Bhaderwah and Bhalla, BDOs of Bhaderwah and Bhalla, DFO Bhaderwah and BMO Bhaderwah.
Also present were prominent religious and community leaders, including the President of Sanatan Dharma Sabha, President of Kailash Sewa Sang Trust, President of Kailash Langer Ganthak Ramtund, President of Chobia Langer Hayan Rish Dal and representatives from Ashapati Kailash Sewa Samiti, Vasuki Sewa Sang Chobia, Kailash Dal Development Committee and the J&K Dharmarth Trust, all of whom contributed to the spiritual and cultural sanctity of the occasion.
