Attempt to convert Hindu pilgrims in Ballari (Karnataka) : Hussain Bhasha arrested
The accused reportedly preached about Islam to the devotees, who were carrying saffron flags as they walked towards the temple.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde announces pilgrimage scheme for senior citizens
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde added, “Maharashtra is a land of Saints, and every year many people visit the holy places.
2nd day of Chardham Yatra : Massive crowd on narrow 4 km stretch leading to Yamunotri
At Yamunotri, a crowd of around 8,000 devotees gathered on a narrow stretch of road, designed to accommodate only 1,000-2,000 people at a time.
One dead and 4 unconscious due to a stampede of heavy crowd at the Surat Railway Station
The heavy crowd at Surat station was of passengers travelling to Bihar for Diwali and Chhath festival.
Will call a meeting regarding freeing Pilgrimage sites from alcohol and meat after the Adhiveshan : CM Eknath Shinde
Ghanwat also requested the CM to organise a meeting of temple trustees and organisations interested in conserving forts.
The Amarnath Yatra begins on 1st July
By 28th June, 3 lakhs plus pilgrims had registered for the Yatra. This number is 10% more than last year’s number.