The Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee has approved a proposal to restrict non-Hindu visitors from entering the Kedarnath and Badrinath temples in India.
The move aims to formalize the practice of restricting entry to those who do not follow Sanatana Dharma, with the committee chairman citing the need to maintain the sanctity of the temples.
Under the proposal, devotees will be verified through Aadhaar card information, and non-Hindus will be barred from entering the shrine area.
However, Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains will be considered Sanatanis and allowed entry into the temple.
The committee also approved several other measures, including restricting mobile phone use near the shrines and introducing online worship facilities.
