The doors of Madhyamaheshwar Temple will close for the winter on 16 November 2026, according to information shared by Rudraprayag Police. The seasonal closure will take place in accordance with traditional rituals.
After the closure, the sacred palanquin of Lord Madhyamaheshwar will begin its journey to Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, the winter seat associated with the deity. The route includes overnight halts at 3 locations before the palanquin reaches its destination.
Palanquin journey schedule
The announced programme is as follows:
- 16 November: Overnight halt at Gaundar.
- 17 November: Overnight halt at Ransi.
- 18 November: Overnight halt at Giriya.
- 19 November: Lord Madhyamaheshwar will be installed at Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath.
Madhyamaheshwar is identified in the announcement as the Second Kedar. The winter movement allows the deity’s sacred palanquin to proceed from the Himalayan temple to its designated winter seat in Ukhimath.
The schedule also gives devotees and others following the pilgrroute the dates and places connected with the seasonal transition. The journey will begin after the temple’s winter closure at Madhyamaheshwar on 16 November and conclude at Shri Omkareshwar Temple on 19 November.
Conclusion
Madhyamaheshwar Temple will close for the winter on 16 November 2026, followed by a 4-day palanquin journey through Gaundar, Ransi and Giriya before the deity reaches Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath on 19 November.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When will Madhyamaheshwar Temple close for the winter?
The temple doors will close on 16 November 2026 after traditional rituals.
Q. Where will the sacred palanquin go after the closure?
It will travel to Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, the winter seat associated with Lord Madhyamaheshwar.
Q. Where will the palanquin halt on 16 November?
The palanquin will have an overnight halt at Gaundar on 16 November.
Q. Which places are scheduled for overnight halts?
The announced overnight halts are Gaundar, Ransi and Giriya.
Q. When will Lord Madhyamaheshwar reach Shri Omkareshwar Temple?
The deity will be installed at Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath on 19 November.
