Manimahesh Yatra from September 3, 2018
The Manimahesh yatra will begin on September 3. This was stated by Deputy Commissioner Harikesh Meena on Sunday. During the yatra, devotees take a dip in the holy Manimahesh lake, situated at an altitude of 4,170 m. From the lake, they can clearly see Mount Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva, which is at an altitude of 5,656 m. To deal with any emergency, the Special Secretary to the state government has issued instructions to, the Chamba Deputy Commissioner, who is also the chairperson of District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), to make all arrangements. The Subdivisional Officer (Civil), Bharmour, has been asked to remain updated with the weather alerts issued by the Shimla Centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and not allow the movement of pilgrims during heavy rain. Police barriers will also be set up. The Deputy Commissioner has asked the Subdivisional Officer to take all measures for the safety of pilgrims. Women take a dip in Gauri Ku...