Rudraprayag
Kedarnath’s guardian deity Bhakunt Bhairavnath doors closed for winter on 7 November 2026
The doors of Bhakunt Bhairavnath, regarded as the guardian deity of Kedarnath Dham, were closed for the winter season on 07 November 2026. The closure followed traditional rituals, worship and a yajna ceremony, marking the seasonal conclusion of worship at the shrine.