CM Dhami Offers Prayers at Badrinath Dham, Reviews Master Plan Development Works
Directs officials to complete projects with quality and within stipulated timelines; stresses preservation of the shrine’s religious and traditional character
Over 150 saints and sadhvis and more than 1,200 devotees participate in Badrinath Dham Katha Mahotsav
Badrinath: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited Badrinath Dham on Sunday and offered prayers at the sacred shrine of Lord Badri Vishal. He prayed for the prosperity, happiness and well-being of Uttarakhand and its people.
Following the prayers, the Chief Minister conducted an on-site inspection of various construction and development works being undertaken under the Badrinath Master Plan. He reviewed the progress of the Aastha Path and other ongoing projects and sought detailed information from the concerned officials regarding their current status.
CM Dhami directed officials to ensure that all works under the Badrinath Master Plan are completed within the stipulated timeline and in accordance with prescribed quality standards. He also emphasized that the convenience of pilgrims should remain a priority during construction, while the religious, spiritual and traditional sanctity of Badrinath Dham must be preserved.
The Chief Minister said that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, efforts are being made to give Badrinath Dham a grand, divine and well-organized form in accordance with its religious and mythological significance. The facilities being developed under the Master Plan will help provide improved amenities to pilgrims visiting the shrine.
He emphasized that while modern infrastructure and facilities are being developed, special attention must also be given to preserving the traditional identity, natural beauty and spiritual character of Badrinath Dham.
CM Dhami Attends Badrinath Dham Katha Mahotsav
The Chief Minister subsequently participated in the Badrinath Dham Katha Mahotsav, organized under the aegis of the Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan.
More than 150 saints and sadhvis and over 1,200 devotees from different parts of the country participated in the religious event. Pujya Mahant Swami Devprasad Das Swami and Pujya Sadguruvaraya Dharmavallabh Das Swami of the Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan, along with a large number of saints and devotees, were present on the occasion.
CM Dhami said that visiting Badrinath Dham and seeking the blessings of Lord Badri Vishal is a deeply spiritual experience. He described his participation in the Katha Mahotsav among saints and devotees at the sacred shrine as a matter of great privilege.
He said Badrinath Dham is one of the major centres of India’s Sanatan spiritual consciousness and heritage. The significance of the sacred shrine has been described extensively in Indian scriptures, and the region has remained a centre of penance, meditation and spiritual practice for centuries.
Focus on Development Alongside Heritage Conservation
The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, continuous efforts are being made to preserve and promote India’s ancient heritage, Sanatan traditions and important centres of faith.
He said that in Uttarakhand’s major pilgrimage centres, efforts are being made to expand facilities for devotees while simultaneously strengthening their religious and cultural identity.
CM Dhami recalled that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had described the third decade of the 21st century as the decade of Uttarakhand from the land of Baba Kedarnath. He said the state government is working with commitment to realize this vision.
He added that Uttarakhand has been blessed not only with extraordinary natural beauty but also with a unique spiritual heritage. The Char Dham, Ganga and Yamuna, the Himalayas and Hemkund Sahib, among several other religious and spiritual destinations, form an integral part of the identity of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand.
The government, he said, is committed to developing these pilgrimage destinations in an organized manner according to the needs of devotees while ensuring that their spiritual and cultural sanctity remains intact.
CM Highlights Role of Saints in Preserving Spiritual Values
CM Dhami said the blessings and guidance of the saint community have always been inspirational for society and the nation. He added that spiritual and religious events play an important role in passing Sanatan traditions, cultural heritage and life values on to the younger generation.
The Chief Minister expressed his gratitude to the saints, sadhvis and devotees who participated in the Katha Mahotsav.
Among those present were Minister of State Harak Singh, Madhav Prasad Semwal, BJP District President Gajpal Singh Bartwal, District Cooperative Bank Chairman Gajendra Singh Rawat, BJP District General Secretary Vinod Kanwasi, Arun Maithani, District Magistrate Gaurav Kumar, Superintendent of Police Surjeet Singh Panwar, public representatives, administrative officials and a large number of devotees.
