Dehradun, April 30 -- As Uttarakhand gears up for the Char Dham Yatra set to begin from 30 April, the Forest Department has claimed that it has formulated a comprehensive action plan to ensure the safety of both devotees and the region's forests. The department officials also claim that special monitoring systems have been established along the pilgrimage routes, complemented by public awareness initiatives aimed at forest conservation.
Officials shared that dedicated personnel will be deployed along the travel corridors, remaining vigilant throughout the Yatra season to mitigate fire hazards and facilitate a secure journey for devotees.
Taking cognisance of the increasing threat of forest fires, the Forest Department claims to have taken...