Kedarnath Dham has crossed the 19 lakh mark in pilgrim visits this season, with 19,02,210 devotees recorded so far. The latest update also reported that 2,893 pilgrims had darshan on 06.11.2026.
The figures were shared in an update ed by Rudraprayag Police. The announcement comes days before the shrine is scheduled to close for the winter on 11 November.
Preparations begin for winter closure
Preparations for the closure of Shri Kedarnath Dham have started. The temple complex is being decorated with flowers, with arrangements described as grand and attractive ahead of the winter closure.
The scheduled closure marks the next major step in the shrine’s annual calendar. Until then, pilgrims continue to arrive for darshan at the Himalayan temple.
The latest figures provide a current view of pilgrim movement before the closure. A total of 2,893 devotees visited on 06.11.2026, while the cumulative count for the year reached 19,02,210.
What pilgrims need to know
The shrine is due to close for the winter on 11 November. Pilgrims planning a visit should therefore take note of the announced closure date and the limited time remaining before the temple doors close for the season.
The update did not provide any revised closure date or additional arrangements beyond the preparations already under way. The confirmed information remains the latest daily attendance figure, the cumulative pilgrim count and the scheduled winter closure.
Conclusion
Kedarnath Dham has recorded 19,02,210 pilgrims this year, including 2,893 visitors on 06.11.2026. Preparations and floral decorations have begun ahead of the shrine’s scheduled winter closure on 11 November.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many pilgrims have visited Kedarnath Dham this year?
The cumulative figure has reached 19,02,210 pilgrims.
Q. How many pilgrims visited on 06.11.2026?
A total of 2,893 pilgrims had darshan on 06.11.2026.
Q. When will Kedarnath Dham close for the winter?
The shrine is scheduled to close for the winter on 11 November.
Q. Have preparations for the closure started?
Yes. Preparations for the winter closure have begun.
Q. How is Kedarnath Dham being prepared for the closure?
The temple complex is being decorated with flowers ahead of the closure.
