Char Dham Yatra is a prominent pilgrimage circuit for Hindus, yet pilgrims from other communities like Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists take part in it. Two of the primary Char Dhams- Badrinath Temple and Kedarnath Temple witnessed 1.42 million and 1.65 million pilgrims in 2024 respectively. Altogether, a staggering tourist footfall of 4.8 million pilgrims was recorded for Char Dham Yatra, in the same year.  

In a recent update from the Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC), 30th April will be the date of commencement for the Char Dham Yatra in 2025; which also marks the celebration of Akshay Tritiya- believed to be the beginning of renewal for auspicious occasions/activities. 

Key Insights 

• Char Dham Yatra 2025 registration starts on: 3rd February 2025
• Opening date for Char Dham Yatra- 30th April 2025 (Akshay Tritiya) 
• Where to register: https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in/signin.php (the Uttarakhand government’s online portal for Hemkund Sahib Yatra and Char Dham Yatra). Register online for Rudrabhishek in advance.
• The reopening date of Kedarnath Temple will be declared on 25th February during Shivratri. 
• The reopening date of the Gangotri Temple will be announced on Hindu New Year.
• The reopening date of Yamunotri Temple will be announced on Yamuna Jayanti.
• For Badrinath Temple, the opening date will be declared on 2nd February at Narendra Nagar Royal Palace.

Char Dham Yatra includes a visit to the four temples located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand—Yamunotri, Gangotri, Badrinath, and Kedarnath. A visit to these temples is believed to navigate good deeds in the future and help reincarnate a soul to connect with the higher spirits (moksha or liberation from past deeds). So, if you are planning your Char Dham Yatra in 2025, let us make it hassle-free and affordable for you. Call us at +91-85100 07751 to book or learn more about Char Dham Yatra tour packages.