Is Uttarakhand ready for chardham yatra 2015?

The infrastructure in Uttarakhand that was devastated by the flash flood calamity of 2013 has been rebuilt and the state has also developed additional facilities to welcome pilgrims for a safe 'Char Dham Yatra' in this year 2015.

Chief Minister Harish Rawat has stated that after 2013 devastation, various security measures have been taken to ensure safe and enjoyable journey for all chardham yatris visiting uttarakhand this year in 2015.

Last year in 2014 Mr. Rawat’s government was being accused of failing to conduct the Yatra. 150-200 buses used to go on chardham Yatra every year but last year number drastically dropped to only 15-20 buses everyday visiting these shrines. Due to blocked highways and unrepaired roads, it was being suspected that, if conditions like these persist, the yatra in 2015 would also be a failure.

Mr Rawat assured that the state is building a three-tier protection system will prevent floods with three times the velocity of the 2013 disaster. Four helipads have also been already built at pilgrimage sites for a enjoyable journey.

 Biometric registration counters are already in place at entry points to the state and on yatra routes. Also, five base camps, 48 wayside amenities, seven ghats and 12 night shelters have been put up for the Chardham yatra in 2015.

"A special task force comprising police and members from the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering at Uttarkashi, has been set up for the Kedarnath route from Bhimbali which will function under the district magistrate of Rudraprayag.

Additionally, services of private helicopter operators have been engaged to take pilgrims to conduct yatra of char dham by helicopter. The state government is also giving a tax holiday for one year to hoteliers en route to the Chardham, which will enable them to provide low-cost accommodation and food to pilgrims.

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Amarnath Yatra 2013

Amarnath is counted as one of the holy places in hindu religion.  It is believed that Lord Shiva recounted the story of creation to Maa Parvati. They were not knowing that there were a pair of doves who was listening to them. After listening to ‘Amar Katha’,the pair of doves became immortal. Even today also ,many of pilgrims says that they actually have seen a pair of doves flying there.

Shri Amarnath Cave

The Amarnath  Yatra2013  is going to organized  by the state government of  Jammu and Kashmir during the month of  June and July .However, Amarnath Yatra Dates fluctuates depending upon the weather condition and purnima of the month. Amarnath Yatra Helicopter Service is also available. One can check out Amarnath Yatra Helicopter Fare before booking.

Amarnath Yatra Route

Amarnath Yatra 2013  Registration:  Amarnath Yatra registration begins from May onwards at several authorized counters. Once the  applicant submit the application form , the yatra permit is provided to him. These days Health certificate is also mandatory for Amarnath Yatra. Today,there are many Amarnath Yatrar Packages which are offered by many companies, where everything they have to plan right from registration to hotel booking.  

For more details about the Amarnath Tour , you can visit amarnathheliyatra.com.

Historical and spiritual significance of Amarnath shrine

There are many ancient stories behind the discovery  of the cave.One of them is ,Once a Saint gave a bag full of coals to Shepherd  Buta  Malik.And when Buta Malik reached his home and he opened the bag,he saw that it is full of gold coins.He ran back to the saint and he saw the saint was disappeared. He saw at that place there was a cave with a gaint iced lingam. From then only ,this place became the holy place for the hindu pilgrimage.

Amarnath Cave

The Amarnath Cave  has been the place of worship since many years.There are many stories behind the discovery of the cave.It is said that “ someone who has completed his holy journey gets ‘Moksha’ in his life”.Amarnath Yatra is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Amarnathyatra take place in the month of shravan (June-July). Shiva –Lingam appears once in a year in the holy cave inside himalayas.

Amarnath Route

The Amarnath Yatra Route takes the pilgrims through a miraculous beauty of nature.In the Amarnah cave , Lord Shiva explained the secrets of immortality and creation of universe to Maa Parvati. Lord Shiva was immortal as he knew the secret of  ‘Amar Katha’. Lord Shiva narrated the ‘Amar katha’ to Maa Parvati in this holy cave. It is said that the shape  of Shiva Lingam fluctuates  with the changing phases of moon.

Amarnathheliyatra.com offers best Amarnath Yatra Packages. Amarnath Helicopter deals are also available. Amarnath Yatra Dates have been announced. It starts from 28 June 2013 till 21 August 2013. Helicopter seats are limited So devotees must reserve their Amarnath Helicopter seats. 

Amarnath Yatra Registration is mandatory for safety precaution. Visit AmarnathHeliYatra.com for more information and assistance regarding  Amarnath Yatra 2013