This temple, situated in the Garhwal Himalayan range, attracts thousands of devotees from all over the country.
To ensure a secure and seamless pilgrimage, the Rudraprayag district administration has implemented an advanced monitoring system along the Kedarnath Yatra route. A specialized 24×7 control room has been established to closely oversee the entire pilgrimage route from Gaurikund to the Kedarnath Temple.
Officials have further augmented surveillance measures by installing 360-degree cameras at strategic locations along the trekking path.
Additionally, approximately 90 more cameras have been deployed throughout the highway, trekking route, and temple complex. These systems will facilitate real-time monitoring and prompt responses to any incidents.
Authorities have also set up a public announcement system to relay key updates, advisories, and guidance to pilgrims whenever necessary during the yatra. Officials believe these initiatives will greatly enhance safety, crowd management, and overall pilgrimage experience.
#WATCH | Uttarakhand | In preparation for the Kedarnath Yatra, the district administration has completed all arrangements and introduced a high-tech monitoring system for this year’s pilgrimage. A dedicated control room has been set up to keep a close watch on the entire yatra… pic.twitter.com/R2GbCSfuqi
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Officers have also been deployed for close monitoring
Speaking to ANI, Rudraprayag District Magistrate Vishal Mishra stated that control rooms have been established across various districts. Sector and sub-sector officers have been assigned for diligent monitoring.
“To ensure the successful execution of the Kedarnath Yatra, we have created a control room in each district, which includes police, government, and other essential personnel. This control room operates 24/7. Sector and sub-sector officers have been appointed to oversee the entire area…Approximately 90 cameras have been installed…We can even provide guidance through this facility. A public address system is also in place. This command and control center, along with these high-quality cameras, will be instrumental for the successful conduct of the Yatra,” Mishra added.
All work has been streamlined
Meanwhile, Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee Chairman Hemant Dwivedi affirmed that preparations at all administrative levels are complete. Advance teams have been positioned at vital locations, and all maintenance, pilgrim facilities, and puja arrangements have been organized ahead of the temple openings.
“At the government, administration, and district levels, along with all departments connected to the pilgrimage, all preparations have been finalized. Last-minute touches are being applied. For the opening of Baba Kedar’s doors on the 22nd and Lord Badrinath’s doors on the 23rd, advance teams have been dispatched. All maintenance tasks, facilities for pilgrims, and puja arrangements have been effectively streamlined,” he concluded.
