Dehradun: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that preparations for the Char Dham Yatra 2026 are progressing तेजी (rapidly). He stated that the Char Dham Yatra is a very important occasion for the people of Uttarakhand, when they warmly welcome devotees from across the country and the world.
The Chief Minister informed that the yatra will commence on April 19, 2026, and all necessary preparations are being carried out on a war footing.
He said that special focus is being given to strengthening roads, developing infrastructure facilities, improving darshan arrangements, ensuring security management, and organizing transport systems to make the pilgrimage smooth, safe, and well-managed. Officials have been instructed to ensure basic facilities such as drinking water, toilets, healthcare services, and traffic management along the routes.
He further stated that despite the 2025 yatra being disrupted for more than one and a half months due to natural disasters, over 5.1 million devotees still visited the Char Dham.
For 2026, more than 1 million pilgrims have already registered. Additionally, advance bookings worth over ₹5 crore have been made in guest houses operated by Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam, reflecting strong enthusiasm among devotees.
The Chief Minister said that the government aims to ensure a safe and pleasant experience for every pilgrim visiting the state. Authorities have been directed to remain vigilant and regularly review arrangements.
He added that coordination is already being established with all stakeholders—such as guest house operators, dhaba owners, taxi drivers, and transport service providers—to ensure better services for pilgrims.
He assured that regular updates related to the yatra will be shared with devotees to help them plan their journey effectively. He also said that he will soon personally review the preparations.
