On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, devotees receive promising news as the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee announces the opening date of the revered Kedarnath Dham. Scheduled for May 10th, the doors of the 12th Jyotirlinga will unlock, welcoming devotees to offer their reverence.
The sacred Panchmukhi Bhog idol of Lord Kedarnath will be worshipped on May 5th at the Panchkedar Gaddi site, Shri Omkareshwar Temple, Ukhimath, marking the beginning of the spiritual journey. The idol will embark on a ceremonial procession, culminating at Kedarnath Dham on the evening of May 9th.
The grand opening ceremony, steeped in rituals, will commence at 7 am on Friday, May 10th, adhering to tradition and devotion. This auspicious decision was made in the presence of Ajendra Ajay, Chairman of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee, during a religious ceremony on Mahashivratri.
Kedarnath Dham, nestled amidst the Himalayan peaks, holds immense significance for devotees from India and abroad. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple serves as a beacon of spirituality amidst the snow-covered hills. As one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, Kedarnath Temple draws pilgrims seeking blessings and solace in the lap of the Himalayas.
