Archive · 26 May 2025
Hemkund Sahib Yatra 2025: Guidelines and Details
The Hemkund Sahib Yatra opened on May 25, 2025.
It's a pilgrimage to a Sikh shrine in the mountains.
Pilgrims start in Govindghat and trek to Ghangaria, the base camp.
From there, it's a climb to the gurdwara, which sits by a glacial lake.
The trek can be tough due to the altitude, so pilgrims need to prepare.
They should also be aware of AMS, drink plenty of water, and descend by 2 p.m.
Helicopter services offer an alternative to trekking.
The Valley of Flowers, known for its vibrant blooms, is a nearby attraction.
Hemkund Sahib opened on May 25, 2025 with a procession from Ghangaria.
The gurdwara is associated with Guru Gobind Singh and sits beside a glacial lake.
Pilgrims start the journey at Govindghat and trek to Ghangaria, then to Hemkund Sahib.
The trek can be challenging due to high altitude and terrain; acclimatization is important.
Overnight stays aren't permitted; pilgrims must descend by 2 p.m.
- Who
- Pilgrims, Gurdwara officials, and the ITBP.
- What
- The opening of the Hemkund Sahib Yatra.
- When
- May 25, 2025
- Where
- Hemkund Sahib, Uttarakhand
- Why
- To facilitate the pilgrimage to the Hemkund Sahib gurdwara.
- Opening Date
- May 25, 2025
- Location
- Hemkund Sahib, Uttarakhand
- Base Camp
- Ghangaria (Govind Dham)
- Pilgrimage Start
- Govindghat
- Trek Distance (Govindghat to Ghangaria)
- 13 km
- Trek Distance (Ghangaria to Hemkund Sahib)
- 6 km