Cultural fest near Badrinath shrine faces backlash over ‘Bhajan jamming’, violation of norms
A cultural festival near the Badrinath shrine, themed 'Our Heritage, Our Future', was held on Sept. 19‑20 at the Tourist Arrival Plaza beside the temple. The event, organized by the Indian Army according to the Chamoli district administration and Uttarakhand Tourism Department, sparked controversy after reports of 'Bhajan jamming' and alleged breaches of local norms.