Major changes announced for Kedarnath and Badrinath darshan. New rules aim to reduce long waiting times for devotees during the Char Dham Yatra.

Temple authorities are planning to stop special puja and rituals during the day. Devotees will only be allowed to take darshan of the deity.

According to the proposal, special puja and rituals will take place only between 11 PM and 4 AM, reducing crowd congestion during the day.

Devotees arriving by helicopter services may get direct darshan without waiting in long temple queues.

Large crowds during the Char Dham Yatra often cause long waiting hours. The new rule is designed to speed up darshan and reduce crowd pressure.

The 2026 Char Dham Yatra is expected to begin around 19 April, and authorities plan to implement better crowd management this season.

With faster darshan and separate puja timings, devotees may spend less time in queues and more time enjoying their pilgrimage.

During peak days, the temple committee may strictly enforce these rules to ensure smooth darshan for thousands of pilgrims.

Check updated travel guidelines and plan your pilgrimage early for a smoother and safer Char Dham Yatra experience.