Devotees Continue to Arrive at Shri Manimahesh Dham During Manimahesh Yatra 2026
The ongoing Manimahesh Yatra 2026 has attracted a significant number of devotees to Shri Manimahesh Dham. On Tuesday, over 1,500 pilgrims set off from Hadsar, while others took alternative routes for the sacred Kailash Darshan. However, adverse weather conditions have temporarily halted the heli-taxi service, with authorities stating that flights will resume once the weather improves. This annual pilgrimage continues to draw spiritual seekers despite the challenges posed by nature.
| Sep 1, 2026, 20:04 IST
Ongoing Pilgrimage to Shri Manimahesh Dham
Subhash Mahajan
Chamba
The influx of pilgrims to Shri Manimahesh Dham persisted on Tuesday as part of the ongoing Manimahesh Yatra 2026.
According to Sub-Divisional Magistrate (Civil) Bharmaur, Ajay Kumar Singh, a total of 1,553 devotees embarked on their journey from Hadsar via the traditional footpath leading to Manimahesh.
Additionally, 25 pilgrims chose to travel through the Holi–Kalah footpath, aiming for the revered Kailash Darshan.
Unfortunately, due to adverse weather conditions and significant cloud cover in Bharmaur and Gaurikund, the heli-taxi service was suspended on Tuesday. Officials have indicated that flights will only resume once the weather improves.