We are very excited on getting positive feedback on arrangements from the Ardh Kumbh devotees. Approximately 10 crore people are expected to come in Ardh Kumbh. We hope that that number will be crossed by April,” said Chief Minister Harish Rawat while interacting media after inaugurating the Tv-100 office in Dehradun on Saturday.
He reiterated that basic amenities have been provided to the devotees in Ardh Kumbh Area. Ardh Kumbh area has been extended upto Dev Prayag. This time we have not received any fund for Ardh Kumbh from the Central Government. We are still hoping that the Centre will help us. We will develop Neeldhara also.
Replying to a question about the directions of NGT, the CM Rawat said that the Uttarakhand is a largest contributor in protecting environment in the country. The state is constantly increasing its green cover. He added that the entry of Dalits into temples is not prohibited in Uttarakhand. Here is a tradition of harmony and unity. In response to a question on traffic system the CM said that we do not need to adopt Odd-Even formula in Dehradun. “You need to keep some small things in mind, it will relieve us.” he added.