The Char Dham Yatra, Uttarakhand, India, is set to commence on April 22, 2023, despite concerns over a recent landslide in Joshimath. The pilgrimage, which had been cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, is considered to be one of the most important pilgrimages in India, and is expected to draw thousands of devotees from across the country.
The Char Dham Yatra is a journey that takes pilgrims to four of the most sacred Hindu shrines in Uttarakhand - Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. The journey is considered to be an important part of the Hindu faith, and is undertaken by thousands of devotees every year. The pilgrimage is also an important source of revenue for the state of Uttarakhand, as it draws tourists and pilgrims from all over the world.
Overall, while the recent landslide has raised concerns over the safety of the pilgrimage, the Uttarakhand government's assurances of safety measures being taken should help allay fears and ensure that the Char Dham Yatra can proceed smoothly and safely