Char Dham Yatra 2025: Check Opening Dates, and more...

Char Dham Yatra 2025: Check Opening Dates, Registration Process, Routes, And VIP Rules

The sacred Char Dham Yatra 2025 begins on April 30, covering Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.

Opening Dates

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Preparations Deadline

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Registration Process

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Offline Registration

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No VIP Darshan

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Security Measures

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Better Facilities

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Traditional Yatra Route

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