Opening & Closing Dates of Chardham shrines in 2025
The Char Dham Yatra, a sacred pilgrimage to four revered shrines in Uttarakhand, attracts thousands of devotees each year. These holy sites, nestled in the majestic Garhwal Himalayas, open their doors to pilgrims during specific periods. The Char Dham Temple Committee, in consultation with priests and the Hindu Panchang (calendar), determines the opening and closing dates for these shrines. This article provides information on the tentative dates for the Char Dham Yatra in 2025.
Note : Char Dham Opening Dates for 2025 has been updated below
| Chardham Temples | Opening Date | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| Kedarnath | 10 May 2025 | 30 October 2025 |
| Badrinath | 12 May 2025 | 5 November 2025 |
| Gangotri | 10 May 2025 | 1 November 2025 |
| Yamunotri | 10 May 2025 | 30 October 2025 |
The Char Dham Yatra typically commences in April or May and concludes by November, before heavy snowfall blocks the roads in the Himalayas. The specific dates for each shrine are announced by the Char Dham Temple Committee after consulting the Hindu Panchang. The opening dates are usually declared on or before the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej.
The Kedarnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the most significant shrines in the Char Dham circuit. The opening date for Kedarnath in 2025 is tentatively set for 10 May at 6:20 AM. This date is typically announced on Mahashivratri, following consultations with priests and calculations based on the Hindu Panchang.
The closing date for Kedarnath in 2025 is expected to be around 30 October, coinciding with the festival of Bhai Dooj. The exact closing date will be declared on Vijayadashmi (Dussehra) in 2025. During the winter months, when the temple is closed, the deity is moved to its winter abode at Ukhimath’s Omkareshwar Temple, where worship continues.
The Badrinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is another crucial stop on the Char Dham Yatra. For 2025, the temple is expected to open its portals on 12 May at 6:00 AM. The opening date for Badrinath is traditionally announced on Basant Panchami, which falls in January or February. This announcement is made from the royal court of Tehri Naresh in Narendra Nagar.
The closing date for Badrinath in 2025 is tentatively set for 5 November. The exact date will be announced on Vijayadashmi (Dussehra) in 2025. After the temple closes, the deity of Badrinath is moved to Pandukeshwar near Joshimath, where it is worshiped during the winter months.
The Gangotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Ganga, is set to open its doors to devotees on 10 May 2025. This date aligns with the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya, which marks the beginning of the Char Dham Yatra season.
The closing date for Gangotri Temple in 2025 is expected to be 1 November, coinciding with the festival of Deepawali. This allows pilgrims to visit the shrine throughout the summer and early fall months when weather conditions are more favorable for travel in the region.
The Yamunotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, is the first stop on the traditional Char Dham Yatra route. In 2025, the temple is scheduled to open on 10 May, which is the day of Akshaya Tritiya. This auspicious day falls on the third lunar day of the month of Baisakh in the Shukla Paksha, making it particularly significant for Hindu devotees.
The closing date for Yamunotri Temple in 2025 is tentatively set for 30 October, which coincides with the festival of Bhai Dooj. A religious ceremony will be performed to mark the closing of the temple for the winter season.
