'No leniency should be shown to those attempting to create disorder during Kanwar Yatra': UP CM Yogi instructs officials

LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday reviewed the preparations for the Kanwar Yatra . He conducted a comprehensive aerial survey of the entire Yatra route from Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad to Bijnor.

During the inspection, he issued clear and strict instructions to officials to ensure seamless arrangements, security of devotees , and full respect for their religious sentiments .

The chief minister placed special emphasis on maintaining the sanctity of the yatra, ensuring that the faith and enthusiasm of lakhs of devotees remain undisturbed. He directed officials to adopt a zero-tolerance approach towards those attempting to defile food items or engage in similar disrespectful acts. He stressed that those involved in such actions must face the strictest punishment so that the sacred nature of the Kanwar Yatra is not compromised.

CM Yogi clearly stated that no individual causing any kind of disorder or disruption during the yatra should be spared. "The environment of the yatra must remain peaceful and well-organised at all times," he said.

Placing utmost priority on the convenience of devotees, the chief minister instructed officials to ensure comprehensive arrangements for tents, food, and other essential facilities along the route.

He also directed that cleanliness, electricity, and lighting arrangements along the Kanwar path be of the highest standard. "Every effort must be made to ensure the yatra is completed smoothly and without incident."

The chief minister asked officials to guarantee the availability of proper rest areas and clean drinking water, keeping the needs of devotees in mind. He also underlined the importance of involving voluntary organisations and social groups to strengthen these arrangements.

In the Kanwar Yatra procession, Kanwariyas collect water from a river and carry it hundreds of kilometres to offer it to the shrines of Lord Shiva . Devotees across the country perform worship, fasting and pilgrimage dedicated to the Lord Shiva.