KedarNath Yatra 2025: Closing doors is not just a tradition, a glimpse into the soul of Devbhoomi - kedarnath kapat band experiencing the soul of devbhoomi in uttarakhand

Updated: Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:02 (IST) Locking the doors of temples in Uttarakhand is not just a tradition but a reflection of the soul of Devbhoomi. In winter, the doors are closed due to snowfall, which is a time for meditation and introspection. This tradition is an important part of the culture of Uttarakhand and reflects the confluence of nature and spirituality. This experience attracts everyone. Baba’s festive procession leaves for his winter resting place after the doors of the Kedarnath temple are closed. Satish Gairola Brijesh Bhatt, Jagran Rudraprayag. The tradition of closing the doors of Kedarnath Dham has been going on since ancient times. On Wednesday, when the doors of Lord Kedarnath were closed for the winter, the entire atmosphere was filled with faith, devotion and emotions. This scene was not just a religious ritual but a true glimpse of the living soul of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. Remove advertisement Read news only Like every year, the doors of Lord Kedarnath were also closed as per the rituals. It is believed that Lord Shiva resides in Kedarpuri located in the high Himalayas for six months and gives darshan to the devotees there, while during the remaining six months during the winter season, the winter Panchkedar seat, Omkareshwar Temple is established in Ukhimath. This is where the personal worship of God takes place. According to religious beliefs, in the winter season, eight to ten feet of snow accumulates in the Kedarpuri area, making human life there impossible. It is believed that during these six months the gods themselves reside in Kedarpuri and perform daily worship. According to mythological tradition, the tradition of Doli Yatra has been going on since the eighth century. This wonderful tradition of opening and closing doors started from the time when Char Dham was established by Adi Guru Shankaracharya. This moment of closing the doors is not only a religious event but a confluence of reverence, culture and faith, in which the spiritual identity and folk traditions of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand coexist. Srinivas Posti, a senior pilgrim priest of Kedarnath and a member of the Badrikedar Temple Committee, says that the tradition of closing the doors of Kedarnath Dham has been going on for centuries. This tradition is quite unique. After six months, Baba leaves Kedarpuri. And dwells in Ukhimath throne. And when the doors of the Lord open after the winter season, the Doli Yatra takes place again, and the people of the entire region send Bhole Baba to Kedarpuri for the six months of summer.