Chopal, Nov. 29 -- With the onset of harsh winter and rising risk to life and property, the Churdhar Temple Committee and the Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil), Chopal, have issued an official order prohibiting the Churdhar Yatra for the coming months. The order, dated November 28, states that from December 1, 2025, the pilgrimage route will remain closed until further notice.
The administration has underlined that during December to March, the region receives heavy snowfall, accompanied by extremely low temperatures and frequent rain. These conditions make the trek highly unsafe, often blocking paths and increasing the likelihood of accidents. The order notes that in previous years, several untoward incidents occurred because devotees attemp...