In the district Cracks Down Yatra Traffic Rules Tightened Ahead of Monsoon.

Chamoli: District Magistrate, Gaurav Kumar has ordered tougher traffic arrangements for the Chardham Yatra, with special focus on curbing over speeding and monitoring bikers.

At a high-level review meeting ahead of the monsoon season Tuesday, DM has directed all departments to finalize preparations early to ensure pilgrims face no inconvenience. Fuel supply at petrol pumps along the route will be closely monitored to prevent shortages.

Police and ARTO teams have been instructed to crack down on unauthorized parking at sensitive spots like Pipalkoti and Hathipahar, while maintaining smooth traffic flow across the Yatra corridor.

The District Magistrate stressed that speeding and traffic violations are leading causes of accidents, warning that strict action will be taken against offenders. Regular campaigns will be launched to raise awareness among bikers and pilgrims about safe travel practices.

Chamoli officials say the strengthened measures aim to deliver a safer, more orderly pilgrimage experience for the growing number of devotees.

In the meeting, instructions were also given to display rate lists in hotels, restaurants and dhabas and to conduct regular sampling campaigns to check the quality of food items.

District Magistrate, while stressing on giving top priority to the cleanliness system at Shri Badrinath Dham and on the trekking route, gave instructions to ensure regular cleaning of toilets and adequate arrangements.