CM Dhami Reviews Chardham Yatra Preparations, Focuses on Traffic, Safety & Real-Time Monitoring

As the sacred Chardham Yatra begins on April 30, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held a crucial high-level meeting to oversee and direct the necessary traffic, security, and logistical arrangements. With lakhs of devotees expected to arrive in Uttarakhand’s Himalayan shrines — Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri — the Chief Minister emphasized the need for meticulous planning and real-time coordination.

Key Directions and Planning Highlights

• Deadline for Readiness: All travel arrangements must be completed at least one week before the Yatra starts.

• Parking Spaces: Parking should be available near hotels, dharamshalas, and homestays, not far from basic amenities.

• Slot Management System: Improved scheduling for visiting the Dhams is a key focus this year.

• Real-Time Monitoring: Installation of CCTV cameras at sensitive points, with drone surveillance in disaster-prone areas.

• Crash Barriers & Signage: Enhanced road safety infrastructure including crash barriers and informative signage along the route.

Real-Time Traffic, Weather, and Google Integration

The CM directed the police and administration to share live traffic and weather updates through:

• Social media platforms

• Real-time Google Map parking updates

• Dedicated dashboards and travel portals

These updates aim to help pilgrims plan better and avoid congestion.

60:40 Registration Model for Yatra

For a safer and streamlined Yatra, pilgrims are urged to register in advance. This year:

• 60% registrations will be online

• 40% offline at designated centres

This hybrid model will ensure crowd management without cutting off access to those with limited digital access.

Safety First: Coordination & Disaster Preparedness

The CM ordered:

• Close coordination with all stakeholders including local hotel owners, transporters, and residents.

• Temporary parking spaces to be arranged in collaboration with locals.

• Police help desks and disaster monitoring at all critical points.

• Fitness checks for all vehicles entering the Yatra route.

DGP Deepam Seth Outlines Operational Readiness

DGP Deepam Seth shared detailed preparations from the police side:

• 5850 police personnel deployed

• 50 police stations, 79 reporting posts, and 38 seasonal posts

• Chardham Control Room led by SP Traffic Lokjeet Singh

• Chardham Cell at Police HQ for central monitoring

• Route Division: 15 super zones, 41 zones, 137 sectors for detailed coverage

Critical Zones Identified

The department has mapped:

• 54 traffic bottlenecks

• 198 accident-prone areas

• 49 black spots

• 66 landslide zones

Pre-emptive measures are being implemented at these locations to prevent incidents during the Yatra.

More Parking This Year

Last year:

• 113 parking spaces for 33,295 small and 3,554 big vehicles

This year:

• 130 total parking areas now with capacity for

  • 43,416 small vehicles

  • 7,855 large vehicles

This Chardham Yatra, Uttarakhand aims to deliver a safer, more structured, and spiritually fulfilling journey for all devotees. Pilgrims are advised to follow official advisories and plan their travel responsibly.