The opening dates of Kedarnath and Badrinath Dham have finally been revealed along with the 2024 registration and online helicopter booking details out as well
Here’s what we know about it.
As one of the most sacred places for Hindu pilgrims, Kedarnath and Badrinath Dham are the distinguished Jyotirling with great spiritual importance. Tucked up in the Himalayas, it represents the cosmic presence of Lord Shiva and heavenly connection.
Kedarnath yatra 2024 opening start date, aarti timings, registration, helicopter booking online and price details
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Every year, millions of pilgrims travel to Kedarnath and Badrinath as essential parts of the Char Dham Yatra. The pilgrimage represents the search for ultimate emancipation and heavenly benefits and is both a physical and spiritual quest.
People, especially Hindus, from all over the world wait every year to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva at Kedarnath Dham. However, the Kedarnath dham is not an all-season site to visit.
Kedarnath is completely covered in snow during the winter, making all of the paths unusable for six months. The holy idol is moved to Ukhimath during this seasonal hibernation, and it will be reinstalled in April and May once the mountain melts.
In the past, Kedarnath’s doors would close after Diwali to signify the arrival of winter and reopen in the spring. Nevertheless, pilgrims of Chardham are again going to delight us as the official date for the opening of Jyotirling Shri Kedarnath Dham’s holy portals has been confirmed.
This significant statement was made on Mahashivratri during a religious event at the Omkareshwar Temple, Panchkedar Gaddisthal. Based on Panchang’s calculations, the decision marks the beginning of the pilgrimage season to the revered Shri Kedarnath Dham, the twelfth Jyotirling.
So, let’s find out everything about the 2024 opening of Kedarnath Dham:
Opening date of Kedarnath Dham and Badrinath Dham
The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee announced on Friday that the Kedarnath Temple will be open to pilgrims this year starting at 7 a.m. on May 10.
On May 6, the Panchmukhi Doli will depart, marking the beginning of the journey. According to news agency ANI, it would make several stops before arriving at the sacred location of Kedarnath Dham on the evening of May 9. The decision was taken in front of Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee President Ajendra Ajay during a religious event held at the Pachkadar Gaddi Sthal Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, Uttarakhand.
Apart from this, Badrinath Dham’s doors are scheduled to open on May 12th. Known by another name, Bhu Vaikuntha, this holy place is devoted to Lord Narayana and is located in the Chamoli area of Uttarakhand.
How to register for it?
Kedarnath
Open 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM (Close between 1:30 to 3:00 PM)
Online Process:
- Visit the UTDB portal, click “Register!” and navigate to “Kedarnath Yatra” for new registration.
- Enter details, provide personal information, and upload the required documents.
- Pay the fee (which is Rs. 150 per registration) online and receive a confirmation email with a unique registration number.
- Finally, print and carry confirmation to the base camp.
Helicopter booking can be done here.
| Kedarnath Helicopter Tariff | Cost per person | Heli Operator |
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| Guptkashi to Kedarnath to Guptkashi (with Return flight) | INR 7740/- |
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| Phata to Kedarnath to Phata (with Return flight) | INR 5500/- |
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| Sersi to Kedarnath to Sersi (with Return flight) | INR 5498/- |
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Offline Process:
- Visit designated centers in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Guptkashi, Gaurikund, Sonprayag, and Kedarnath.
- Take and fill out physical registration forms and submit documents.
- Receive a Yatra pass, which is essential for the pilgrimage.
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