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Lt Governor Manoj Sinha Performs Special Puja, Marks Beginning Of Amarnath-Yatra
J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, marked the beginning of 43-day Amarnath Yatra, on June 30. For this special occasion, Sinha performed the 'puja' of Baba Barfani and prayed for peace, happiness and prosperity of all. "I have full faith that the devotees travelling to seek the divine blessings of Shri Amarnathji will have a safe and memorable pilgrimage," said Sinha. The state-government made all the necessary arrangements for yatra… read-more
Tags: Amarnath Yatra, Uttarakhand, Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, Pilgrims, Religious Places
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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Pilgrim's 1st Batch Of Amarnath Yatra 2022 Reaches Udhampur
Ahead of the Amarnath Yatra 2022, the first batch of the pilgrims reached Udhampur, on June 29. They were welcomed by District Development Council Chairman Lal Chand, Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Udhampur Krittika Jyotsna and other locals with an elaborate arrangement for the 'yatris'. Notably, the 'Char-Dham Amarnath Yatra, 3,880 metres high cave in the Himalayas for 2022, will begin on June 30, after two-year gap due to… read-more
Tags: Amarnath, Char-Dham, Udhampur DC, Pilgrims, Lord Shiva
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Driver Lost Control, Kills 10 & Leaves 7 Injured In Uttar Pradesh's Pilibhit
In Uttar Pradesh's Pilibhit, a major accident has been reported, which killed 10n people and left seven injured, confirmed police on June 23. As per sources, a van was travelling with 17 pilgrims from Haridwar, when it rammed into a tree, after the driver lost control, in the Gajraula area. Furthermore, the deceased's identities are yet to be identified, whereas the injured are being treated at a nearby hospital.
Tags: accident, Uttar Pradesh, Pilgrims, died, Injured
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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SAUDIA Airlines Launches Special 2022 Hajj Operations For Pilgrims
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) launched 2022 Hajj travel operations, on June 17. The national airlines of the Saudi Arabia planned to take pilgrims of Hajj 2022, embarking their holy journey to Makkah. The airlines official ensures, adequate flights, seating capacity and other arrangements for the operation, in which pilgrims across the world will have safe journey from International Airport Madinah to their home countries, with 268… read-more
Tags: Hajj 2022, SAUDIA, Pilgrims, International Flights, Makkah
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91 Pilgrims Died During Char Dham Yatra, Most Of Them Suffered Heart Attack
Uttarakhand Health DG Dr. Shailja Bhatt informed that approximately 91 pilgrims lost lives during the 2022 Char Dham Yatra. On May 27, Bhatt said, "Most of the pilgrims died due to heart-attacks". Furthermore, highlighting the strengthened medical services compared to earlier, Shailja Bhatt said, for the Char Dham yatra in Uttarakhand, nearly 169 doctors were deployed to treat patients in the course of the yatra, which started on May 3.
Tags: Char Dham Yatra, Uttarakhand, Pilgrims, Health Director, Dr Shailja Bhatt
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At Least 39 Pilgrims Die On Route To Chardham Yatra: Uttarakhand
Approximately 39 pilgrims have lost their lives on route to the Chardham Yatra so far, according to Uttarakhand Director-General Health Dr Shailja Bhatt. She further stated that high blood pressure, heart attack and mountain sickness are the prime reasons behind the deaths. Reportedly, health check-ups are being done at various places of the travel for the pilgrims. She further stated that medically unfit pilgrims are being advised not to… read-more
Tags: Chardham Yatra, Uttarakhand, Dr Shailja Bhatt, Pilgrims, Pilgrim Death
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Pilgrims Thank Indian Govt For Reopening Kartarpur Corridor
The 4.7-kilometer-long Kartarpur corridor was reopened for pilgrims on November 17. It was closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic for a long time. ''It's a welcome step. People have been eagerly waiting to offer prayers at Gurudwara Darbar Sahib in Pakistan,'' said Gurvinder Singh, a Pilgrim. Reportedly, the corridor provides a visa-free facility to the shrine. It was opened in 2019 for the first time for pilgrims.
Tags: Kartarpur corridor, Gurdwara Darbar Sahib, Pilgrims, Covid-19 Pandemic, Pakistan
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Online Application Process For Pilgrims Of Haj 2022 Begins
Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi announced that the online application process for Haj 2022 has been begun on November 1 in Mumbai. The entire Haj process for pilgrims will be digital and the last date of application is January 31, 2022. Naqvi also said the pilgrims can also buy bed sheets, pillows, towels, umbrellas, and other items in India. The items will be provided at the embarkation points.
Tags: Haj 2022, ONLINE APPLICATION, Pilgrims, Mumbai, Saudi Arabia
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UP's Kushinagar International Airport To Benefit Everyone: PM Modi
Kushinagar International Airport (KIA) in Uttar Pradesh was unveiled on October 20 by PM Modi. However, the air transport will make it easier for domestic and foreign pilgrims to travel Lord Buddha's "Mahaparinirvana" location. "KIA won't just be a mode of air connectivity. Be it farmers, animal keepers, shopkeepers, workers, local industrialists -it'll benefit all. It'll create an ecosystem of business. Tourism will get maximum… read-more
Tags: Uttar Pradesh, kushinagar international airport, PM Modi, Buddhist, Pilgrims
Courtesy: Zee news
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Kanwar Yatra To Commence From July 25: UP Govt
UP government has decided to allow the Kanwar Yatra of Lord Shiva from July 25. Directing the official to ensure strict COVID-19 protocol on July 9, CM Yogi Adityanath said, ''There shouldn't be any hesitation regarding the safe and successful operation of Kanwar Yatras.'' The pilgrims travel to Haridwar, Gaumukh and Gangotri, and Sultanganj for collecting holy water to offer Lord Shiva.
Tags: Yogi Adityanath, kanwar yatra, Lord Shiva, UP government, Pilgrims
Courtesy: Zee News
