After Purola, tension over ‘love jihad’ spreads to Gangotri town
Saturday, 10 June 2023 Communal tension in Uttarkashi’s Purola town, following the arrest of two men, including one from the minority community, for allegedly trying to “abduct” a minor girl of a different faith on May 26, has now spread to Gangotri town in the district. Shops remained closed on Saturday in Gangotri as a mark of protest against the increasing number of alleged incidents of “love jihad” across the state.
Particularly noteworthy is the Kedarnath shrine, which witnessed a 67% increase in footfall since its portals opened on May 10. Last year, 44,892 pilgrims.. IndiaTimes
On Akshay Tritiya, Kedarnath Dham opened its doors alongside Gangotri and Yamunotri temples. Chief Minister Dhami joined pilgrims in worship after a winter closure. Helicopters showered flowers on devotees. Badrinath Dham will open on May 12. Dhami extended heartfelt wishes to pilgrims, emphasizing safety. Social media posts celebrated the occasion.
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29 people died at high-altitude shrines during the Char Dham yatra. Deaths include pilgrims like Shashi Kant from Surat due to cardiac arrest in Badrinath,.. IndiaTimes
Saturday, 10 June 2023
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