The local authorities have cleared the garbage which was collected following the wedding celebrations of the sons of South African businessmen Atul and Ajay Gupta at Auli near Joshimath.
According to sources, considering the difficult geographical conditions, only 150 guests were part of the celebrations who were accommodated in 38 rooms and 30 tents pitched near the venue.
The planning of the programme held for nearly a week from June 17 started with series of meetings with state machinery, district administration and Joshimath municipality.
Cleanliness of the area was accorded importance with the municipality extending its support and planning with organisers to ensure that cleanliness and sanitation was maintained during the celebrations.
The Joshimath municipality formed a team of three workers and a supervisor along with staff and infrastructure required for segregation and disposal of waste generated during the celebrations which concluded recently.
The guests in attendance included chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat, Yoga Guru Ramdev and various celebrities including Katrina Kaif, Siddhart Malhotra and Badshah who ensured that the guests were entertained with their performances during wedding celebrations. Sources further state that locals have expressed their happiness at the promotions and recognition that Auli has witnessed during the wedding celebrations. The best of regional folk music and handicraft from enterprises including HAARC Kaleshwar, HANS Foundation, Himadri Emporium, DIC Chamoli Himadri among others were showcased during the celebrations.
According to sources, the combined effort of various state machinery especially the municipality along with the orgainsers prevented major damage to environment.
It is expected that this event will help in achieving the ultimate goal of increasing footfall in the region and establishing it as a wedding tourism destination.