Chamoli 25 May 2025 (Kulbir Singh Kalsi)-The doors of Shri Hemkund Sahib, the main center of faith of Sikhism and the holy pilgrimage site, have been opened for the devotees today with rituals. The annual pilgrimage to Shri Hemkund Sahib has been formally started.

As part of the process of opening the doors, on Saturday, the first batch of Sikh devotees led by 'Panch Pyaras' from Govindghat Gurudwara left for Hemkund Sahib with heavy police security, the tune of band-bajas and the holy Nishan Sahib. This group stayed overnight at Ghangaria Gurudwara.

This morning, this group proceeded towards Hemkund Sahib with cheers, and in the auspicious time in the morning, the doors of Shri Hemkund Sahib were opened for the darshan of common devotees. Along with this major place of Sikh faith, the doors of Lokpal Mandir (Lakshman Mandir), a symbol of faith of Hindus, have also been opened for the devotees with due rituals.

Strict arrangements have been made by Chamoli district police to ensure the safety and smooth journey of the devotees. SDRF teams have also been specially deployed at the main stops of the Hemkund Sahib Yatra route. Chamoli Police has heartily welcomed all the devotees and tourists who have come to Hemkund Sahib and Chardham Yatra and reiterated its readiness and commitment towards their successful, pleasant, and safe journey.

On this occasion, the President of Hemkund Sahib Management Trust, Sardar Narendrajit Singh Bindra praised the district administration and police for their cooperation in the travel arrangements.