The second phase of the Congress Party’s Kedarnath Prestige Yatra is set to begin today, marking a significant spiritual journey that will conclude with a special ceremony at the Bhairav Temple. Initially disrupted due to the recent disaster at Kedarnath Dham, the Congress has now decided to resume the yatra starting Thursday.
The yatra will reach Kedarnath Dham, where party leaders and participants will offer prayers, culminating with a sacred ritual at the Bhairav Temple. On Wednesday, Congress State President Karan Mahara received a grand welcome at Kirtinagar as he made his way toward Rudraprayag. During a meeting with Congress workers, Mahara urged members to participate in large numbers in this phase of the yatra.
Mahara also took the opportunity to criticize the BJP, alleging a conspiracy to shift temples and monasteries elsewhere. He firmly stated that Congress would not tolerate any such actions. The second phase of the yatra will commence after a flag hoisting ceremony by Seva Dal members at Sitapur at 7:30 AM on Thursday. From there, the march will proceed toward Kedarnath.
The yatra is expected to reach Kedarnath Dham by Thursday evening, followed by an overnight stay. On the morning of September 13, the journey will conclude with a “Jalabhishek” (holy water offering) ceremony at Kedarnath. After Kirtinagar, Mahara received another grand reception at Srinagar, further energizing Congress workers ahead of the yatra’s second phase.
Key Highlights of Congress’s Kedarnath Prestige Yatra:
- Second phase starts Thursday, September 12.
- Yatra will conclude at Bhairav Temple in Kedarnath Dham.
- Congress State President Karan Mahara calls for maximum participation from party workers.
- Mahara accuses BJP of conspiring to shift temples and monasteries.
- Ritualistic conclusion of the yatra on September 13 with “Jalabhishek” at Kedarnath.
Significance of Kedarnath Prestige Yatra
The Kedarnath Prestige Yatra holds both spiritual and political importance for the Congress party. The event aims to connect with religious sentiments while also positioning the party as a protector of Uttarakhand’s cultural and spiritual heritage.
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