The portals of Shri Kedarnath Dham in Uttarakhand were closed on November 11, marking the end of this year’s pilgrseason at the shrine. More than 19.20 lakh devotees visited Kedarnath this year, according to Rudraprayag District Magistrate Vishal Mishra.
An ANI video circulating on social media carries Mishra’s remarks about the closure and the ceremonies held at the Himalayan temple.
Closing rituals begin in the morning
Mishra said the rituals and closing ceremonies began at 4:00 AM in the morning. Administration officials, representatives of the Badarinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC), Tirth Purohits and members of the Kedar Sabha attended the proceedings.
The district magistrate said the temple portals had opened on April 22. The closure followed the completion of the scheduled ceremonies at Shri Kedarnath Dham.
Ceremonial palanquin to move to Ukhimath
Following the closure, the ceremonial palanquin, known as the Doli, will depart for Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath. The movement is part of the stated -closure religious proceedings connected with the shrine.
The closure and the pilgrcount provide the latest official account of this year’s activity at Kedarnath. The figures were shared by the Rudraprayag district magistrate while describing the ceremonies and the next movement of the Doli.
Conclusion
Shri Kedarnath Dham’s portals have closed after more than 19.20 lakh devotees visited this year. The closing rituals were held in the presence of officials and religious representatives, with the ceremonial Doli scheduled to leave for Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When did the Shri Kedarnath Dham portals close?
The portals closed on November 11.
Q. When did the portals open this year?
The portals opened on April 22.
Q. How many devotees visited Kedarnath this year?
More than 19.20 lakh devotees visited the shrine.
Q. Where will the ceremonial Doli go after the closure?
The Doli will depart for Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath.
Q. Who attended the closing ceremonies?
Administration officials, BKTC representatives, Tirth Purohits and members of the Kedar Sabha attended the ceremonies.
