Beautiful Uttrakhand Mero Pahad

 Festivals Of Uttrakhand Kumbh Mela Kumbh Mela in Uttrakhand is a festival that we all hear about a lot. But how grand it really is?! Well, it goes beyond a mela or fair for those who celebrate it. This rather important occasion sees the greatest assemblage of explorers that take a plunge into the Ganga River in order to free oneself of one's transgressions. Followers, saints, sadhus, and spectators,  regardless of their caste, creed, or orientation, immerse themselves in the waters of Ganga, thereby harmonising with the pattern of birth and passing. A 3-month extensive celebration, this mela happens once every 4 years wherein it pivots in between Allahabad, Haridwar, Ujjain, and also Nasik i.e. exactly once in 12 years in any one place. Basant Panchami Basant Panchami in Uttarakhand commends the beginning of Basant or the spring season which makes it quite a significant festival in Uttarakhand. This occasion marks the end of winter, a period of death and degeneration, and is ...

PANCHACHULI PEAKS The Panchchuli peaks are a group of five snow-capped Himalayan peaks lying at the end of the eastern Kumaon region, near Munsiyari, in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand state. The peaks have altitudes ranging from 6,334 metres (20,781 ft) to 6,904 metres (22,651 ft). Panchachuli-1 (6,355 m) The fi rst ascent of this peak was done by an Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) team in 1972, via the Uttari Balati glacier, led by Major Hukam Singh.  Panchachuli-2 (6,904 m) This is the highest peak in the group and the highest peak lying entirely in the Kumaon region. It was first climbed successfully by an Indo-Tibetan Border Police  team, led by Mahendra Singh, on 26 May 1973. The team climbed from the Balati plateau and via the southwest ridge to the summit.   Panchachuli-3 (6,312 m) Though this peak has been not climbed, there have been a few expeditions and attempts to do so. The first attempt was in 1996 via the Dakshini Balati Glacier on the munsyari ...

Mountaineering Institute Of Uttrakhand Nehru Institute Of Mountaineering The proposal to have a mountaineering Institute at Uttarkashi was mooted by the Ministry of Defence, Government of India and th y because of its close proximity to the Gangotri region in western garhwal, which undoubtedly has the best climbing and training potential in India and perhaps in the world. The institute was raised in the year 1965 and was established in Gyansu. Later in 1966 Ladari reserve e Government of Uttar Pradesh in 1964. Uttarkashi was specially selected as the home of NIM, primarild forest area was chosen for the institute. In a historic development in November 2001, with the newly formed State of Uttaranchal coming into existence, the Chief Minister of Uttaranchal (now Uttarakhand) became the Vice President of the Institute. They povide the number of courses as- Basic Mountaineering Camp Advance Mountaineering Camp Search and Rescue Method of Instruction Adventure Camp Sports Climbing Camp Moun...

 Famous Personalitites of Uttrakhand General Bipin Rawat Born in Pauri in Uttarakhand, Bipin Rawat is a four star general in the Indian army and is the first and current Chief of Defence Staff since 2020. As a young man, General Bipin Rawat joined the National Defence Academy in Khadakwasla and the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun where he was awarded the Sword of Honour. Rishabh Pant Rishabh Pant is a cricketer who plays for the Indian national team and was born in Roorkee, Uttarakhand. He is a middle order wicket-keeper batsman for India and plays for the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. In January 2019, Pant was honoured with the title of ICC Emerging Player of the Year at the 2018 ICC Awards.  Havaldar Gajender Singh Born & raised in Ganeshpur, Uttarakhand, Havaldar Gajendar Singh was an NSG commando who died during the tragic 2008 Mumbai attacks while securing the Nariman House during Operation Black Tornado. He was posthumously honoured with Ashoka Cha...

 Winter Sports in Uttrakhand Uttarakhand has emerged as ‘Destination Next’ for domestic and foreign tourists who are keen to try adventure sports or enjoy the snowfall in winter. While Uttarakhand always attracted pilgrims and adventure travellers for its mountains and valleys, there has been a huge uptick on the winter tourism front. Skiing Uttarakhand has some of the best skiing slopes in India, especially in Auli and Munsiyari.  These ski resorts offer ski lessons, equipment rentals, and guided skiing tours. Ice Skating Ice skating can be enjoyed in the winter months at indoor rinks in Dehradun and Mussoorie, as well as outdoor rinks in Auli and Dayara Bugyal.  Winter Trekking Trekking in the winter months can offer a different and unique perspective of the beautiful landscapes of Uttarakhand. Popular winter trekking destinations include Dayara Bugyal, Kuari Pass, and Nag Tibba.   Ice Hockey Ice hockey is a growing sport in Uttarakhand, with indoor rinks in Dehrad...

  CHAR DHAM YATRA KEDARNATH Kedarnath Dham, located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, is one of the most paramount locations for worshipers of Shiva. The air appears to be reverberating with the name of Lord Shiva amid the mighty snow-clad peaks, enchanting meadows and forests of the lower mountain range of Himalayas. Situated in a breathtaking location, near the source of Mandakini River and at the height of 3,584 meters, Kedarnath Dham celebrates the greatness of Lord Shiva. Kedarnath temple is one of the 12 Jyotir Lingams and is also the most important temple among the Panch Kedars (group of 5 Shiva temples in Garhwal Himalayas). It is also one of the significant temples of the sacred Chota Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, raising the glory of the place to further heights. Accessible from major destinations of Uttarakhand, the motorable road towards Kedarnath temple stretches till Gauri Kund. After that one needs to take a 14 km trek towards Kedarnath temple. Ponies and...