DODA, Aug. 19 -- Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh today rolled out advisories for the annual Kailash Yatra 2025, emphasizing that safety and security of devotees have been flagged as the topmost priority.

Speaking to the media persons here, he gave details about the arrangements made for the annual Yatra scheduled to be held from August 20 to August 22. "In view of the unfortunate cloudburst incidents at Padder and Kathua and the prevailing inclement weather conditions, precautionary restrictions have been imposed to ensure a safe pilgrimage," the DC informed.

The DC informed that women and children will not be permitted to participate this year owing to safety concerns. He further clarified that pilgrims shall not be allowed to travel...