Kedarnath Temple closed its portals on Bhai Dooj, marking the end of the annual pilgrimage season. Lord Kedarnath’s ceremonial Panchmukhi Utsav Doli departed for Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, where winter worship will continue for the next six months
The portals of Shri Kedarnath Dham were closed on Thursday morning for winter as Baba Kedar’s ‘doli’ began its journey to Omkareshwar Temple, Ukhimath. With this, three of the four Char Dham shrines have closed for the season.
The ceremonial launch began with traditional prayers and rituals, symbolising the official start of a pilgrimage that will now continue throughout the year, marking a significant milestone in the state’s cultural and economic journey
