Kedarnath Mandir Opens 2025: The sacred Kedarnath Dham has officially opened its doors for devotees today, May 2nd, at 7 AM. As per tradition and Vedic rituals, the temple gates were opened amidst chants, drums, and an atmosphere charged with devotion. Even before sunrise, more than 2,500 pilgrims had already gathered to witness the divine opening ceremony.
Live Darshan at Kedarnath Dham – Temple Opens with Devotional Festivity
The gates of Kedarnath Temple—one of the most revered shrines of the Char Dham Yatra—were opened today with full religious customs. The spiritual ambiance was filled with the rhythmic beats of dhol-nagadas (traditional drums) and chants of “Har Har Mahadev”. On this auspicious day, devotees are experiencing live darshan of Baba Kedarnath, with special decorations making the site even more magnificent.
This year, the temple has been adorned with over 10,800 kilograms (10.8 metric tons) of fresh flowers, brought from Rishikesh and Gujarat by a dedicated floral committee. The vibrant blooms and fragrance have added divine beauty to the entire Kedarnath valley.
Char Dham Yatra 2025 Begins – Kedarnath Mandir Crowds Managed with Token System
With the Char Dham Yatra 2025 officially beginning on April 30 (Akshaya Tritiya), the gates of Gangotri and Yamunotri temples have already been opened. Badrinath Temple will open next on May 4th.
Due to the massive influx of pilgrims expected—over 2.5 million visitors from June to August, according to officials—a token system has been introduced for the first time at Kedarnath to efficiently manage the crowds and reduce long waiting times.
Under this system, 10 token counters have been set up at the Sangam point. Each hour, 1,400 devotees will be allowed entry into the temple. Pilgrims are advised to collect tokens in advance and join the darshan line just 15 minutes before their allocated slot.
Rituals and Traditions of Kedarnath Mandir Opening
Kedarnath Mandir Opens 2025 and follows centuries-old traditions. The temple remains closed during the harsh winter and reopens in summer with elaborate Vedic rituals. The idol of Lord Kedarnath, which is kept at Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath during the winter months, is ceremonially brought back and installed in Kedarnath prior to the opening.
As the temple doors open, the first puja is performed by priests in the presence of temple officials and pilgrims. Devotees chant “Baba Kedarnath ki Jai”, marking the spiritual beginning of the yatra season.
How to Reach Kedarnath Temple
For those planning to visit, Haridwar Railway Station is the most accessible starting point for the Char Dham Yatra. Haridwar is well-connected to Delhi and other major cities via train and road. Several government and private buses operate daily between Delhi and Haridwar. From Haridwar, travelers can proceed towards Sonprayag and Gaurikund, which are the last motorable points before beginning the 18 km trek to Kedarnath.