1.5 tonnes of waste cleared...
On Thursday, 21 November 2024, the Badrinath Nagar Panchayat initiated a cleaning drive to restore the sacred shrine and its surroundings to its pristine condition ahead of the winter.
A dedicated team of 50 'Paryavaran Mitra' conducted the cleanup, collecting 1.5 tonnes of waste from Brahm Kapal, Astha Path, Tapt Kund, Main Bazaar, and Mana village areas.
This effort underscored the commitment of local authorities to maintaining the sanctity and cleanliness of the revered Char Dham pilgrimage site.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, a consistent advocate for cleanliness at Char Dham shrines, praised the initiative.
Putting light on the importance of sustainable waste management, the municipality reported earnings of lakh from the disposal of 110 tonnes of inorganic waste collected during the Yatra season.
The post-season cleanup at Badrinath Dham exemplifies the adage "Cleanliness is next to godliness," which is the environmental responsibility.
On Monday, November 18, the sacred thrones of Uddhav, Kuber, and Shankaracharya began their winter journey from Badrinath Dham to their designated locations.
According to temple officials, the palanquins, accompanied by the tunes of an army band and rights holders, departed for their winter sojourn.
They stopped at Pandukeshwar for the night, where Uddhav Ji and Kuber Ji will remain in the Yogadhyan Temple for winter worship, allowing devotees to offer prayers to Lord Badri Vishal during the off-season.
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