Kanwar Yatra, Bakrid: Anti-social elements will ..., CM Yogi Adityanath cautions UP police officials

UP CM Yogi Adityanath has warned that anti-social elements may try to create unrest during Kanwar Yatra, Bakrid and other upcoming festivals.

Lucknow: In view of the Kanwar Yatra and Bakrid, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the state police to remain vigilant as anti-social elements may try to create unrest. The Chief Minister also reviewed the law and order situation with top state officials on Wednesday ahead of Kanwar Yatra, Bakrid and other upcoming festivals.

"Anti-social elements will try to spoil the environment but we`ve to be vigilant and talks should be held with religious leaders," warned the Chief Minister. The Kanwar Yatra, in which Shiva devotees from northern states, travel on foot or by other means to collect water from Ganga in Haridwar to offer it at Shiva temples in their areas, is set to begin on July 14.

Devotees can register themselves at kavad.delhipolice.gov. Though, it is not mandatory.

"Kanwar Yatra is an event of enthusiasm of faith. Traditionally dance, song, and music have been a part of it. In this way, the devotees should not be harassed. Make sure that the sound of the DJ, song-music etc is as per the prescribed standards and only religious songs are played in it," Adityanath tweeted. 

Eid-ul-Azha (Bakrid) will likely be observed on July 10. However, it depends on the sighting of the moon. Eid-ul-Azha, also known as "Sacrifice Feast," is marked by sacrificing an animal, usually a sheep or a goat to prove their devotion and love for Allah. Post the sacrifice, people distribute the offerings to family, friends, neighbours and especially to the poor and needy.