Char Dham Yatra 2024: Traffic Advisory, Important Routes & Travel Destinations

In an effort to tackle traffic woes and congestion during the sacred Char Dham Yatra, the Uttarkashi Police has issued a travel advisory for pilgrims, highlighting specific routes to ensure a seamless pilgrimage, according to Travel + Leisure. Every year, thousands of devotees embark on this spiritual journey to the Char Dham sites (Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri) in Uttarakhand, and the advisory aims to address potential roadblocks.

Char Dham Yatra Travel Advisory

The Uttarkashi Police have designated fixed routes for travel via Rishikesh and Dehradun to better manage traffic during the Char Dham Yatra. Here's a breakdown of the routes to be followed for a smooth journey to and from each Dham:

• Rishikesh to Gangotri: Narendranagar, Chamba, Dharasu Band, Uttarkashi, Gangotri, Bhatwadi, Harsil, and Gangotri.
• Rishikesh to Yamunotri: Narendranagar, Chamba, Dharasu Band, Jankichatti, Brahmakhal, and Radi Top.
• Dehradun to Yamunotri: Damta, Naugaon, Barkot, Dobata, and Jankichatti.
• Yamunotri to Gangotri: Jankichatti, Dobata, Radi Top, Brahmakhal, Dharasu Band, Uttarkashi, Gangori, Bhatwadi, and Harsil.

Additionally, travellers returning to Rishikesh from Gangotri should avoid the Harsil, Bhatwadi, Gangotri, and Tekhla bridges. Instead, they can take the routes via Mando, Joshiada, Manera, Badethi, Matali, and Dharasu. Pilgrims heading to Kedarnath and Badrinath from Gangotri can travel through Harshil, Bhatwadi, Gangori, Tekhala, Mando, Manpur, Chowringhee, Lambgaon, and Srinagar.

Commuters will be relieved to know that trucks carrying heavy goods are not allowed in the urban areas from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, as per the travel advisory.

How To Register For The Char Dham Yatra Online?

• To register for the Chardham Yatra, visit the official website at www.registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in.
• After completing the registration form and OTP verification, you'll receive a unique registration number (URN) via SMS, confirming your successful registration.

• Tourists can also register through the 'Tourist Care Uttarakhand' mobile app or via WhatsApp by sending 'Yatra' to +91 8394833833.

How To Register For The Char Dham Yatra Offline?

Offline registration for the Char Dham Yatra is available at various physical locations, including Haridwar Rahi Hotel, Rishikesh ISBT, Rishikesh Gurdwara, Janki Chatti, Sonprayag, Barkot, Hina (Uttarkashi), Pankhi, Joshimath, Gaurikund, and Govind Ghat.

How To Reach The Char Dham Sites

• - Kedarnath: Take Yatra Buses from Rishikesh or Haridwar to Gaurikund, then trek 17 km uphill or avail pony, doli (palanquin), and helicopter shuttle services.
• - Badrinath: Well-connected by road, with buses and taxis available from Rishikesh and Haridwar.
• - Yamunotri: Reach Janki Chatti by road, then trek 5 km uphill or use pony and doli services.
• - Gangotri: Approximately 270 km from Rishikesh, accessible by buses or taxis from Rishikesh and Haridwar.