Tension gripped parts of Mathura after the death of a local cow vigilante, Chandrashekhar, popularly known as “Farsa Wale Baba”, triggered protests, highway blockades, and clashes with police on Saturday morning.
The fugitive, Madhukant Rana, had scaled the jail wall to escape judicial custody on 3 October last year along with his co-accused, Raja Sahani.
Barsana will celebrate Laddumar Holi on February 25 and Lathmar Holi on February 27.
The budget places strong emphasis on infrastructure, welfare, and growth sectors, with tourism and culture emerging as key focus areas aimed at strengthening Uttar Pradesh’s identity as the spiritual and cultural heartland of India.
In the last few years, the number of tourists coming from India and abroad to major tourism destinations of Uttar Pradesh, including Kashi, Mathura, Agra, Ayodhya and Prayagraj, has increased significantly.
The rain and floods are continuing to create havoc in Uttar Pradesh, crippling normal lives.
While last year saw over 4.5 million pilgrims, this year’s count surged to nearly 6 million by 6 pm on the festival day, creating a new benchmark in Uttar Pradesh’s religious tourism.
While addressing the devotees, the Chief Minister talked about creating a balance between the protection of the heritage of Sanatan Dharma and modern development, and also highlighted the achievements of his government.
UP Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh shared that Mathura and Vrindavan will host three days of grand Shobha Yatras, from main roads to narrow lanes, immersing visitors in the spiritual and cultural essence of Braj.
This year marks the 5,252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, and Mathura is brimming with devotion and excitement.
