Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to review preparations for the upcoming Kanwar Yatra during the holy month of Shravan. Highlighting the spiritual and cultural significance of the annual pilgrimage, he stressed the need for a secure, peaceful, and well-organized yatra. (Pics/PTI)
Updated On: 2025-07-14 04:49 PM IST
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Emphasising the significance of the pilgrimage, he directed officials to stay alert, sensitive, and proactive to ensure a peaceful, secure, and dignified environment for devotees.
Stating that the safety and convenience of devotees are the top priorities of the state government, the Chief Minister instructed officials to ensure adequate arrangements along the Yatra route.
The Chief Minister directed 24x7 surveillance in sensitive areas using drone cameras and CCTV, and instructed intelligence agencies to maintain heightened vigilance to prevent any disruption.
In his concluding remarks, CM Yogi appealed to all devotees to observe faith, discipline, and decorum during the Kanwar Yatra.
He urged Shiv bhakts to collect holy water from sacred rivers, perform Jalabhishek of Lord Shiva, and extend full co-operation to the administration.
