The annual pilgrimage to the revered Sikh shrine Sri Hemkund Sahib is set to begin on May 25, with the first jatha (group of pilgrims) departing from Govindghat on May 22.
As per tradition, the group will be led by the Panj Pyare, symbolising the spiritual commencement of the year’s yatra.
In preparation for the pilgrimage, personnel from the Indian Army have reached Gurudwara Govindghat and initiated snow-clearing operations along the trek route. Their efforts aim to ensure a safe and unobstructed path for thousands of devotees expected to undertake the journey.
To mark the beginning of this sacred journey, Uttarakhand Governor Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Gurmit Singh, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, and several cabinet ministers, religious leaders, and distinguished guests will attend a ceremonial event at the Sri Hemkund Sahib complex in Rishikesh.
Situated at an altitude of approximately 15,000 feet in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, Hemkund Sahib is accessible only during a limited window each year due to harsh weather and snow-covered paths. Despite the challenges, the shrine draws lakhs of devotees annually for its spiritual significance and natural beauty.
This year, the Hemkund Sahib Management Trust, in collaboration with the Indian Army and the local administration, has put in place comprehensive arrangements to ensure the pilgrimage is conducted safely and smoothly.
With final preparations underway, the sacred yatra is ready to welcome pilgrims once again to one of Sikhism’s most venerated destinations.
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