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In Himachal Pradesh, a controversy has arisen over a "user charge" imposed by the state government on visitors to the Churdhar valley, which houses an ancient temple. Locals claim it's a tax on religious pilgrimage, while officials assert it's only for trekkers in the Churdhar wildlife sanctuary. The local community, including social activists, have opposed the move, with some threatening to protest if it isn't reversed.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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