CM Yogi Adityanath Showers Petals on Kanwariyas in Meerut as 'Har Har Mahadev' Chants Echo Across Highways
Continuing a revered tradition of reverence and administrative care, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath personally showered flower petals on Shiva devotees participating in the sacred Kanwar Yatra in Meerut on Saturday. As thousands of saffron-clad pilgrims flooded the Meerut-Roorkee highway, the atmosphere resonated with thunderous chants of 'Har Har Mahadev'. The Chief Minister arrived via a state aircraft at Hindon Airbase before boarding a helicopter, utilizing the aerial transit to conduct a detailed security and logistical survey of the Kanwar Yatra routes across Ghaziabad and Baghpat.
Aerial Survey and Ground Welcome at Dulhera Toll Plaza
Prior to interacting directly with the devotees, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath undertook a comprehensive aerial inspection of key transit corridors in Ghaziabad and Baghpat to monitor pilgrim movement, crowd management, and traffic arrangements. Landing at the Shobhit University campus helipad in Meerut, he traveled by road to the specially erected stage at the Dulhera Toll Plaza. Accompanied by prominent public representatives, the Chief Minister welcomed the tired yet enthusiastic pilgrims with a vibrant cascade of flower petals, acknowledging their spiritual dedication and ensuring that state machinery remains fully geared up to support the massive annual pilgrimage.
High-Profile Leaders Join the Traditional Welcoming Ceremony
The welcoming ceremony witnessed the presence of several senior political figures and local dignitaries who stood alongside Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on the dais to honor the Shiva devotees. Prominent leaders participating in the event included Members of Parliament Arun Govil and Rajkumar Sangwan, Minister of State Dinesh Khatik, Meerut Cantt MLA Amit Agarwal, Siwalkhas MLA Ghulam Mohammad, and Meerut Mayor Harikant Ahluwalia. The seamless coordination between local administration, law enforcement, and public leaders highlighted the state government's commitment to maintaining peace, safety, and smooth logistics throughout the duration of the Kanwar Yatra.
