Char Dham Yatra 2026: There is good news for the devotees waiting for Char Dham Yatra. The doors of Badrinath Dham will open on 23rd April at 6:15 am. This year Char Dham Yatra will start on April 19, which is 11 days earlier than last year.
Badrinath Temple Opening News: Today there is very good news for the people who are eagerly waiting for the Char Dham Yatra. The doors of Badrinath Dham located in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand will be opened for devotees on 23 April this year. These doors are opening after six months, and this news has brought great joy to the devotees across the country who have been waiting for it for a long time. This date was decided after worship on the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami. Temple committee officials made its official announcement on Friday.
This year, the Char Dham Yatra will begin on April 19 with the opening of the doors of Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham on the day of Akshaya Tritiya. Last year, this journey started on April 30. Therefore, this year’s Char Dham Yatra will start 11 days earlier than last year. The increased duration of Char Dham Yatra will give more time to the devotees for darshan.
When will the doors of Badrinath and Kedarnath open?
According to reports, the date and time for opening of doors of Badrinath and Kedarnath was decided after special puja on Basant Panchami. This year, the doors of the temple will be opened on April 23 at 6:15 am.
When will Char Dham Yatra 2026 start?
Char Dham Yatra 2026 will start on 19 April. On this day, the doors of Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham will open on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, marking the official beginning of the pilgrimage.
When will the doors of Badrinath Dham open?
The doors of Badrinath Dham will be opened for devotees on April 23, 2026 at 6:15 am. Before opening the doors, appropriate pujas and traditional rituals will be performed.
When will the doors of Kedarnath Dham open?
The date of opening of doors of Kedarnath Dham is also decided after the puja on the day of Basant Panchami. This date usually falls around Badrinath, and its official announcement will be made soon.
Is registration necessary for Char Dham Yatra?
Online or offline registration is necessary for Char Dham Yatra. Traveling without registration is not allowed, so be sure to register before your journey.
How much time does Char Dham Yatra take?
Char Dham Yatra usually takes 10 to 15 days. The duration of the journey depends on the weather, route, health and speed of travel. With proper planning the journey can be made comfortable.
Which is the best time to visit Char Dham?
The best time for Char Dham Yatra is considered to be May to June and September to October. During these months the weather is mostly clear and the roads are safe.