BHADERWAH, JUNE 27: District Development Council (DDC) Chairman Doda Dhananter Singh Kotwal today flagged off the annual Chandi Mata Yatra from Cheka Gurakha to the revered shrine of Chandi Mata located at Dudu Basantgarh. The yatra marks a significant spiritual journey undertaken by hundreds of devotees each year to seek blessings and participate in the sacred tradition.
The flag-off ceremony witnessed the participation of a large number of enthusiastic pilgrims, local residents and community leaders. The air was filled with chants of devotion as devotees, dressed in traditional attire, began their journey amid spiritual fervor. The shrine of Chandi Mata at Dudu Basantgarh is considered a powerful centre of faith and devotion, attracting pilgrims from various parts of the district and neighboring regions.
While addressing the gathering, the DDC Chairman emphasized the spiritual, cultural and unifying significance of the yatra. He praised the role of local administration, police and volunteers in ensuring smooth arrangements and security during the pilgrimage. He urged the pilgrims to uphold cleanliness, maintain discipline and support the spirit of harmony during the journey.
The Chandi Mata Yatra is not only a religious event but also an occasion that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the region. It strengthens communal bonds and brings together people from different walks of life in a shared expression of faith and devotion. The DDC Chairman extended his heartfelt wishes for a safe, peaceful and spiritually fulfilling yatra to all the participants.
