Adi Kailash Latest Travel News

The Uttarakhand government has suspended the Adi Kailash pilgrimage for the winter season as temperatures continue to drop in the high Himalayan region. The Adi Kailash and Om Parvat Yatra in the Vyas Valley will remain closed from December 1.

According to Jitendra Verma, Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Dharchula, the issuance of Inner Line Permits (ILP) required for pilgrims to enter the Adi Kailash area will also be discontinued from December 1, with official orders already issued.

More than 35,000 devotees visited Adi Kailash during the yatra that began on May 30 this year. Pilgrims also paid visits to Om Parvat, Gauri Kund, Parvati Kund, and Bhim ki Kheti.

Following the visit of Narendra Modi, significant improvements in road connectivity and security arrangements have been made in the region, leading to a sharp rise in pilgrim and tourist footfall.

Meenakshi Negi from Pauri Garhwal won the Adi Kailash Parikrama Run 2025, while Tenzing Dolma from Himachal Pradesh secured second place. The challenging high-altitude race was held on Sunday in the rugged terrain of Adi Kailash.

Phurba Tamang, popularly known as the Marathon Girl of Sikkim, finished third to claim a podium spot in one of India’s toughest ultra-marathons, held in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.

More than 700 runners from 22 states took part in a 60-kilometre high-altitude ultra-marathon held at Adi Kailash, located at an altitude of around 19,000 feet. The race was conducted in extreme conditions, with temperatures dropping below minus 15 degrees Celsius, as part of Uttarakhand’s silver jubilee celebrations to promote winter tourism.

Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, said the High-Altitude Ultra-Marathon organised in the sacred shadow of Adi Kailash highlights a new dimension of the state’s potential in adventure sports, natural heritage, and tourism.

Uttarakhand successfully hosted its first high-altitude ultrarun marathon at Adi Kailash, a site of immense mythological and spiritual significance.

The 60-kilometre ultra run, which started from Adi Kailash, witnessed participation from over 700 runners representing 22 states across the country. Despite extreme altitude, harsh weather, and challenging Himalayan terrain, participants showcased exceptional endurance and determination.

Runners praised the arrangements made by the Uttarakhand government and district administration, while also acknowledging the vital support provided by the Indo-Tibetan Border Police and the Indian Army, which ensured the smooth and safe conduct of the event.

The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will construct a 5.4-kilometre tunnel to bypass a dangerous stretch on the route to Adi Kailash and Kailash Mansarovar near the Indo-China border. The tunnel will be built between Dharchula and Gunji.

Once completed, the project is expected to reduce the travel distance by nearly 22 kilometres, providing safer and faster access for pilgrims and tourists visiting the region.

The road up to Jolingkong near Adi Kailash has now been fully paved, significantly improving connectivity in the region.

Earlier, it took nearly two and a half hours to cover the 36-kilometre stretch from Gunji to Jolingkong via Kuti. Following the road construction, the same journey can now be completed in less than one hour, offering major relief to pilgrims and local residents alike.

Adi Kailash has emerged as a new religious tourist destination. This time the Yatra has set a new record. The popularity of Shiv Dham increased so much that in just 56 days, 22,307 devotees reached to visit this Dham of Bhole as well as Om Parvat, whereas in the last two years, 39,502 pilgrims had visited Adi Kailash.

The Indian Army has initiated a 9-day motorcycle expedition from New Delhi to Om Parvat and Adi Kailash in Uttarakhand.

Under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Aditi Misra from the Indian Army’s 8 Engineer Regiment, the expedition will traverse the rugged terrains of Lipulekh Pass, Om Parvat, and Adi Kailash, while highlighting the vibrant spirit of Kumaon.

Veteran Congress leader and former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat, at 77, undertook the Adi Kailash Yatra to seek blessings from Lord Shiva.

During his Nyay Yatra tour of the border district, Rawat visited Adi Kailash, the ancient abode of Lord Shiva, and Parvati Sarovar. He performed puja at the Shiva Parvati Temple, guided by priests Gopal Singh Kutiyal and Virendra Singh, and joined devotees in singing bhajans.

Former CM Harish Rawat visited Adi Kailash and Om Parvat

Villagers warmly welcomed him in Gunji, Kuti, and Napalchu before he proceeded to Om Parvat on Thursday morning. He returned to Dharchula later that evening.

The Adi Kailash and Om Parvat Darshan continues to draw growing crowds, with 332 pilgrims and tourists visiting on May 9. The number of passengers for Adi Kailash and Om Parvat Darshan is continuously increasing. A total of 1762 passes have been issued till the 10th day of the Yatra.

The Adi Kailash pilgrimage kicked off on Friday, with the first group of devotees arriving for a sacred darshan of the peak. Over 200 pilgrims, including 150 Rang villagers, gathered as the temple gates opened, according to Kartik Bhatia, a devotee from Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.

On the second day of the Adi Kailash Yatra, authorities issued passes to 160 travelers, enabling them to continue their pilgrimage. A team of enthusiastic youth also set out from Kuti, marking a vibrant start to their journey toward the sacred peak.

Devotees planning to undertake the Adi Kailash Yatra can start applying for the Inner Line Permit on the official website from April 28. The Inner Line Passes will be issued starting April 30, ahead of the Yatra's commencement on May 2.

Road construction between Dharchula and Gunji is currently in progress. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has been directed to complete the filling and smoothing of all dug-up sections by May 5 to ensure that pilgrims do not face any inconvenience during their journey.

BRO officials have also been instructed to install signboards at various key points along the route to guide travelers and ensure their safety throughout the journey.

The Adi Kailash and Om Parvat Yatra, organized by the Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN), is set to commence on May 14. The corporation has officially released the schedule for this year's pilgrimage.

In the first phase, the journey from Kathgodam to Kathgodam will be conducted in eight batches and will continue until June 18. Meanwhile, the Dharchula to Dharchula route will operate until June 16.

The DM directed the CMO to deploy one doctor each in Jyolingkang and Gunji. He asked to make it mandatory to deploy an ambulance in Gunji and keep adequate stock of oxygen cylinders and essential medicines. The guides accompanying the tourist groups should be given training in first aid.

Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) have joined hands to introduce helicopter services to remote areas, including the sacred Adi Kailash. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility for adventure enthusiasts and spiritual seekers while promoting tourism in the region. The partnership promises a unique travel experience, connecting travelers to some of Uttarakhand's most pristine and untouched destinations.

The Uttarakhand government is launching an exclusive helicopter service for Same Day Adi Kailash and Om Parvat tours in Pithoragarh district. Set to begin on Dec15, this unique aerial darshan experience will be available at an effective cost of Rs 46,000 per person, with the government providing a subsidy of Rs 26,000 from the standard Rs 72,000 ticket price. An MoU for this initiative has been signed with Rudraksha Aviation Pvt Ltd, officials announced.

A 24-seater MI-17 helicopter will be used for the tour, though each sortie will carry only 18 passengers to ensure safety and comfort at the high altitudes of 16,000 to 17,000 feet. Each flight will last over two hours, departing from and returning to Naini Saini Airport in Pithoragarh.

In view of the possibility of snowfall and increasing cold, the doors of Shiva-Parvati temple in Adi Kailash located at 14,500 feet in Jeolingkang of Vyas Valley, priests Gopal Singh Kutiyal and Virendra Singh Kutiyal closed for winter on Tuesday after offering prayers in traditional attire. Have done. Now the doors of the temple will be opened for pilgrims in May next year.

30000 pilgrims visited Adi Kailash

SDM Manjeet Singh said that inner line permits will be issued after holding a meeting with local tour operators considering the road conditions and snowfall in winter. He said that from September 19 to November 5, a total of 30,000 pilgrims have visited Om Parvat and Adi Kailash. 

Daily 100 permits/passes are granted for Adi Kailash Visit from Dharchula.

There is good news for Shiva devotees. Passes for Adi Kailash Yatra will start being made from September 2. The administration will issue 150 passes daily.

After PM Narendra Modi visit to Adi Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva has gained global recognition. This is the first time after the Prime Minister visit this year that 21,000 pilgrims had come to visit Adi Kailash and Om Parvat in May and June.

The yatra was stopped from July 02 in view of the closure of the road due to torrential rains and the danger of disaster. Monsoon rains stop by 15 September. In view of this, devotees and tourists from all over the country are willing to come to visit Adi Kailash. Most of the devotees have also applied online.

Looking at the weather conditions, the administration has said that the Inner Line Pass will be issued after 10 September. Earlier the Adi Kailash yatra was suppose to start from 1 September, but due to the yellow alert of the weather, Inner Line Permits will be issued only after 10 September. The SDM requested all the tour operators and taxi union officials to take bookings of passengers only as per the weather alert.

After the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Adi Kailash, preparations have intensified to develop Gunji, the entrance of Kailash Mansarovar, Adi Kailash and Om Parvat. Approval of Rs 23 crore has been received from the Government of India to develop Gunji into a Shiv Dham.

To provide better facilities to the ever increasing number of tourists, Nandi Dwar, Tourist Facilitation Center, Visitor Room will be built in Gunji at an altitude of 10500 feet. In this, tourists will be given information about local history and culture. Shiv Puran Auditorium will be built to give spiritual information of Shiv Nagari to the tourists. In this, tourists will be given information about the story of Lord Shiva, his favorite places etc.  Construction work will start soon.

Adi Kailash is located in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, which is considered very sensitive from the disaster point of view during monsoons. In view of which the District Administration Pithoragarh has stopped the Adi Kailash Yatra till further orders. To reach here, the Tawaghat Lipulekh road has been built, which directly connects the China border, but there are many danger zones on this road, which can prove to be fatal many times during the rainy season.

Pithoragarh District Magistrate Reena Joshi said that incidents of landslides are seen a lot on the Tawaghat Lipulekh road during the rainy season. Keeping in view the safety of the travelers, the Adi Kailash Yatra has been stopped for the time being, she said that this journey will be started again soon.

Twenty-three pilgrims who were stranded in Tawaghat for four days while returning from the Adi Kailash Yatra have been rescued. Torrential rains in the hill state triggered massive landslides, leaving the pilgrims trapped. On Saturday, rescue teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and local police successfully rescued all the pilgrims.

Heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand has triggered landslides, leading to road blockages and significant disruptions. Villages have been cut off, highways blocked, and the pilgrimage to Adi Kailash has been suspended. One casualty has been reported in Chamoli district. Authorities are actively working to clear the blocked roads and manage the aftermath of these natural disasters.

Helicopter Service to Adi Kailash has been started from Naini Saini Airport for same day Adi Kailash and Om Parvat darshan tour.

Adi Kailash Yatra by Helicopter Started - News

Pilgrimage to Adi Kailash will start from April 2024. Tourists and pilgrims are waiting for Adi Kailash Yatra eagerly. Govt is planning to start Adi Kailash Yatra by Helicopter from April month.

Adi Kailash Yatra by Heli from April - News

More than 2 Lakh enquiries has been made for Adi Kailash till now. From May 2nd week, tourists and pilgrims will throng to Adi Kailash Yatra. Govt is also planning to start Adi Kailash Yatra by Helicopter soon. With the increase in number of pilgrims and travellers, Adi Kailash Yatra now becoming an alternative to Mansarovar Yatra.

Adi Kailash Yatra 2024 - News

A mountain chunk near Tawaghat in Pithoragarh district broke off, impacting the route connecting Lipulekh and Dharchula.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi started his day-long visit to Uttarakhand by offering prayers at Parvati Kund in front of the holy Adi Kailash. Check more details of Modi ji visiting Adi kailash.

Approximately 300 Adi Kailash pilgrims, both en route to and returning from the pilgrimage, found themselves stranded after a landslide washed away nearly 100 meters of a road stretch on Tuesday evening. Of these, over 180 pilgrims returning from Adi Kailash in Uttarakhand were successfully rescued by a collaborative effort involving the state disaster response force (SDRF), revenue police, and Seema Suraksha Bal (SSB).

The pilgrims had been stranded since Tuesday in Najang, following a massive landslide that caused extensive damage to the road in Pithoragarh district. The incident occurred as the pilgrims were traveling from Gunji to the Dharchula base camp, with the landslide happening at the Najang spot, approximately 45 km from Dharchula.