Char Dham Yatra: Health advisory issued for pilgrims in 2023

In preparation for the upcoming Char Dham Yatra in 2023, health authorities have issued a health advisory for all pilgrims embarking on the holy pilgrimage. The Char Dham Yatra is one of the most important religious pilgrimages in India, where devotees visit the four holy shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand.

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the possibility of other health-related issues, authorities have advised all pilgrims to follow strict health guidelines to ensure their safety and the safety of others around them. The advisory includes recommendations such as wearing masks at all times, practicing social distancing, and avoiding large gatherings.
Pilgrims are also advised to carry sufficient personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hand sanitizers, disinfectant wipes, and face masks to minimize the risk of infection. Additionally, they are advised to carry their personal medication and to consult their doctors before undertaking the pilgrimage.

Authorities have also emphasized the importance of maintaining personal hygiene and staying hydrated during the journey, as the pilgrimage involves long hours of travel and trekking in high altitudes.
The health advisory has been issued in light of the recent surge in COVID-19 cases across the country and the need to prevent the spread of the virus during the Char Dham Yatra. Pilgrims are urged to take the necessary precautions and follow the guidelines strictly to ensure a safe and healthy pilgrimage.
The Char Dham Yatra is scheduled to begin in April 2023, and authorities have assured that all necessary measures will be taken to ensure the safety and well-being of all pilgrims.