Kedarnath Dham recorded 7,909 pilgrim arrivals on 08 October 2026, taking the total number of devotees visiting the shrine since 22 April 2026 to 16,86,775, according to figures attributed to Rudraprayag Police.
The daily count comprised 4,552 men, 3,293 women and 64 children. The figures cover pilgrims who reached Kedarnath Dham during the day and those who had darshan of Baba Kedarnath.
Daily pilgrim figures
The visitor breakdown for 08 October was:
- Men: 4,552
- Women: 3,293
- Children: 64
- Total: 7,909
The cumulative figure of 16,86,775 represents pilgrim visits recorded from 22 April 2026 through 08 October 2026. No further operational update or forecast was included with the figures.
Conclusion
Kedarnath Dham recorded 7,909 arrivals on 08 October 2026, while the pilgr-season total since 22 April reached 16,86,775.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many pilgrims reached Kedarnath Dham on 08 October 2026?
A total of 7,909 pilgrims reached Kedarnath Dham on 08 October 2026.
Q. How many men visited Kedarnath Dham that day?
The daily count included 4,552 men.
Q. How many women reached the shrine on 08 October?
The figures recorded 3,293 women among the day’s pilgrims.
Q. How many children were included in the daily count?
The count included 64 children.
Q. What was the total number of pilgrims since 22 April 2026?
The cumulative total was 16,86,775 pilgrims from 22 April 2026 through 08 October 2026.
