Rare opportunity to see Shiva Darshan in Shravan, Kinnar Kailash Yatra is starting, know the details

Shravan means the month of Shiva. After a long wait, one of the grandest shrines of Devadeva Shiva, Kinnar Kailash is opening its doors to devotees. Pilgrims will get a chance to see Shiva this time by crossing the inaccessible roads, glaciers and natural barriers of rocks. The 2026 Kinnar Kailash Yatra is going to start from July 30. The Himalayan hills are now in full swing with this pilgrimage which started a little late due to inclement weather.

Keeping in mind the vagaries of nature, the duration of the yatra has been shortened this year. Although the journey was scheduled to begin on July 1, it was delayed due to the risk of glaciers and landslides along the route. According to the new decision, the journey will continue from July 30 to August 10. However, if the weather is not favorable, the trekking may be suspended at any time in the interest of safety.

How to enroll?

Keeping in mind the safety of the pilgrims, only 375 pilgrims will be allowed to travel each day. Of these, 175 are online (https://hpkinnaur.nic.in/) and 125 can register offline directly. The remaining 75 seats are reserved for adventure tour operators. The online portal will be opened on July 28 from 10 am. On the other hand, for offline registration, devotees have to reach the registration camp at Tangling village by 6 am on July 30.

What to do to get a trekking permit?

Medical fitness certificate has been made mandatory to avoid physical problems due to altitude. It is important to carry the certificate obtained from the registered doctor of your locality. Moreover, the trekking permission will be given only after the health check-up by the doctors present at the medical camp of Tangling village.

Local administration, disaster response team and health department have been put on full alert to strengthen security arrangements. From traffic control to supply of clean drinking water, the organizing committee has ensured all arrangements to keep the pilgrims safe. Thousands of people are desperate to reach this pillar of Panch Kailas this year after conquering the difficult path and dangerous adventure.