The annual pilgrimage to Shri Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand will officially end on October 10, 2026. Gurudwara Shri Hemkunt Sahib Management Trust President Narendra Jeet Singh Bindra made the announcement on Monday.
The yatra began on May 23, 2026, after the ceremonial opening of the shrine. Since then, more than 2.38 lakh devotees from India and other countries have visited the holy site and offered prayers.
The Trust said the pilgrimage has continued to attract a large number of devotees throughout the season.
The announcement comes at a time when the Hemkund Valley is covered in seasonal flowers. Several varieties found in and around the Valley of Flowers are in bloom. The rare Brahma Kamal, which grows at higher elevations in the Himalayas, can also be seen during this period.
The Trust has asked devotees travelling during the remaining days of the yatra to enjoy the natural surroundings while following local rules and instructions from the authorities.
Located at an altitude of over 15,000 feet, Shri Hemkund Sahib is surrounded by seven snow-covered peaks and a glacial lake. The high altitude makes the pilgrimage a demanding journey as well as an important spiritual experience.
Hemkund Sahib holds a special place in Sikh tradition. The site is linked, according to the 'Bachittar Natak' in the Dasam Granth, with the deep meditation and penance, or Tapasthan, of Guru Gobind Singh Ji in his previous birth.
The shrine's location among the Himalayan peaks, along with its glacial lake, has also made the route an important destination for religious tourism in Uttarakhand.
Every year, thousands of devotees travel through difficult mountain terrain to reach the shrine. Government officials, police personnel, security agencies, Army teams, volunteers and sevadars assist pilgrims and help manage the yatra.
Trust President Narendra Jeet Singh Bindra thanked the Uttarakhand government, district administration, police, security personnel, Army, sevadars and the Sangat for their support in conducting this year's pilgrimage smoothly.
He urged government departments and sevadars to continue their dedicated service until the yatra ends. He said their support would help ensure that devotees complete the pilgrimage safely and without difficulty.
The Trust said the safety of pilgrims and maintaining a disciplined and welcoming environment would remain a priority until the yatra officially concludes on October 10.
With the valley at its seasonal best, the final weeks of the pilgrimage will also give devotees a chance to enjoy the rich floral beauty of the high Himalayas along with their spiritual experience.
The Trust has advised pilgrims to remain careful because of the high-altitude terrain and changing weather. Devotees have also been asked to follow the directions of officials and volunteers throughout the route.
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