Uttarakhand: Hemkund Sahib doors to open May 23, pilgrimage starts early this year due to less snowfall

The doors of Hemkund Sahib will open on May 23, 2026. The Hemkund Sahib Management Trust and Uttarakhand government have agreed to start the pilgrimage earlier this year due to less snowfall, ensuring smooth arrangements for thousands of devotees from across India and abroad.

Chamoli: The holy shrine of Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand will open its doors to devotees on May 23, 2026. The Hemkund Sahib Management Trust has decided to begin the pilgrimage earlier than usual this year, citing favorable weather conditions and less snowfall compared to previous years.

Trust Chairman Narendra Jeet Singh Bindra met Chief Secretary Anand Vardhan to discuss preparations for the upcoming pilgrimage season. After detailed discussions and assessment of weather conditions, both sides mutually agreed on the date. The Chief Secretary assured full cooperation from........

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