Kedarnath Yatra

Kedarnath Yatra Crosses 1 Million Pilgrims in Record 39 Days

Kedarnath Yatra Crosses 1 Million Pilgrims in Record 39 Days

Rajeev Sharma :- The Kedarnath Yatra has achieved a significant milestone this year, with the number of pilgrims visiting the Himalayan shrine crossing the one-million mark within just 39 days of the temple opening. The development is being seen as one of the fastest surges in pilgrim footfall in the history of the Char Dham Yatra. The portals of the Kedarnath temple were opened on April 22 amid traditional Vedic rituals, following which devotees from across the country and abroad have been arriving in large numbers. Officials said the shrine has been witnessing an average daily footfall of over 25,000…
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Kedarnath Yatra Begins as Panchmukhi Palanquin Sets Out from Omkareshwar Temple

Kedarnath Yatra Begins as Panchmukhi Palanquin Sets Out from Omkareshwar Temple

Rajeev Sharma :- The annual pilgrimage to Kedarnath Dham commenced on Sunday with the ceremonial departure of the Panchmukhi palanquin of Lord Kedarnath from the Omkareshwar Temple, marking the formal start of the revered Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. The occasion witnessed elaborate religious rituals, Vedic chants and a large turnout of devotees, priests and officials. Among those present was Kedarnath Rawal Bhimashankar Ling, who participated in the traditional ceremonies held before the departure of the palanquin. The palanquin will travel over several days, halting at designated points en route to the shrine. As per the schedule, it will reach…
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