Uttarakhand considers restricting non-Hindus from Haridwar ghats ahead of 2027 ‘Ardh Kumbh’

DEHRADUN: The Uttarakhand government is reportedly considering strict regulations to restrict the entry of non-Hindus to the ...

Uttarakhand may restrict non-Hindu entry to Haridwar to preserve 'sanctity'

Haridwar’s economy is profoundly intertwined with religious tourism, hosting nearly 40 million pilgrims each year.

Uttarakhand: Govt mulls banning non-Hindus’ entry in 105 ghats of Haridwar; similar restriction already in force at Har-ki-Pauri

Uttarakhand government is contemplating a ban on entry of non-Hindus in the 105 ghats of Haridwar spread across an area of ...
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Are You a Non-Hindu Travelling to Rishikesh for River Rafting? Beware, You May Not Be Allowed

Non-Hindu travellers planning river rafting in Rishikesh may face restrictions as Uttarakhand considers extending entry bans ...
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Haridwar and Rishikesh

The holy city of Haridwar, previously known as Hardwar marks the point where River Ganga descends from the mountains and enters the plain. A dip into the Ganga at this point is thought to wash away ...
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Distance Between Rishikesh and Haridwar

The map below shows the location of Haridwar and Rishikesh. The blue line represents the straight line joining these two place. The distance shown is the straight line or the air travel distance ...