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Char Dham Yatra Commences in Uttarakhand
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🗓 08 Jul 2026, 02:01 AM
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The annual Char Dham Yatra has officially begun in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand, marking the start of a significant pilgrimage season.
The revered Char Dham Yatra, a major pilgrimage circuit in Uttarakhand, has commenced. This annual journey attracts devotees from across the country and abroad to visit the sacred shrines located in the Himalayas.
The pilgrimage route includes four prominent Hindu temples: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. The opening of these temple gates signifies the beginning of the pilgrimage season for the year.
Thousands of pilgrims are expected to undertake the arduous journey to these high-altitude shrines, seeking spiritual solace and blessings. Local authorities typically make arrangements for the safety and convenience of the devotees during this period.
The pilgrimage route includes four prominent Hindu temples: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. The opening of these temple gates signifies the beginning of the pilgrimage season for the year.
Thousands of pilgrims are expected to undertake the arduous journey to these high-altitude shrines, seeking spiritual solace and blessings. Local authorities typically make arrangements for the safety and convenience of the devotees during this period.