Char Dham Yatra 2025: Uttarakhand CM Performs First Puja In PM Modi's Name
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The Char Dham Yatra began Wednesday with the opening of Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in rituals, and the first puja was in PM Modi's name
With the opening of these two Dhams, preparations are now underway for the ceremonial openings of Kedarnath and Badrinath, which is scheduled in the coming days. (News18)
Char Dham Yatra 2025: The sacred Char Dham Yatra officially commenced on Wednesday, beginning with the ceremonial opening of Gangotri Dham and Yamunotri Dham in Uttarakhand. Devotees from across India and abroad gathered to witness the auspicious event, which marks the start of a six-month spiritual journey through the revered Himalayan shrines.
Gangotri Dham Welcomes Pilgrims
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On the holy occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, the portals of Gangotri Dham were thrown open at 10:30am during the Abhijit Muhurat, as chants of “Har Har Gange" echoed through the temple complex. Devotees now have the opportunity to seek blessings from Ganga for the next six months.
In a significant gesture, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the Dham to offer prayers and participate in the rituals. While he performed a ceremonial puja, the first puja of the season was notably conducted in the name of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Earlier in the morning, Maa Ganga’s traditional palanquin procession arrived at the temple, creating a festive atmosphere as crowds of devotees joined in celebration.
Yamunotri Dham Also Reopens
Shortly after the events at Gangotri, the Yamunotri Dham also opened its doors to pilgrims. Located at an altitude of 3,293 metres in the Garhwal Himalayas, the shrine dedicated to Goddess Yamuna welcomed both domestic and international devotees. The temple will remain open until late October, depending on weather conditions.
With the opening of these two Dhams, preparations are now underway for the ceremonial openings of Kedarnath and Badrinath, which are scheduled in the coming days. The full Char Dham Yatra will then be in full swing.
A Six-Month Spiritual Journey
The Char Dham Yatra is one of the most sacred pilgrimages in Hinduism, encompassing the temples of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Thousands of pilgrims trek through the treacherous yet scenic Himalayan terrain to offer prayers at these holy sites.
This year, the Uttarakhand government has placed strong emphasis on safety, online registration, and infrastructure enhancements to manage the high footfall of devotees.
As the 2025 Char Dham Yatra begins with devotion and grandeur, spiritual fervour is once again palpable in the Himalayan valleys. With clear skies and ideal weather conditions, the sacred yatra is expected to witness record participation this year.
- Location :
Uttarakhand (Uttaranchal), India, India
- First Published:
May 01, 2025, 09:54 IST
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