“But God is merciful. If thousands perished, then lakhs survived. People should think on this calamity and look within,” Shashidarlinga swami said as Vageeshlinga swami nodded his head in approval.
Increasing tourism for recreational purpose and ruthless commercialism are to be blamed for the destruction caused in Kedarnath, believes Vageeshlinga Maharaj, chief purohit of Kedarnath dham.
“So many people visit Kedarnath who have no feeling of piety or devotion. They go to Kedarnath only to have fun and enjoy themselves. With a mindset which has nothing to do with faith and worship,” said Vageeshlinga Swami.
“Lord Shiva is a ‘bairagya'. He has nothing to do with materialism and desire. People come here in the wrong spirit.
