Pithoragarh: The second phase of the Adi Kailash Yatra has finally begun. The second phase of the Adi Kailash and Om Parvat Darshan Yatra began on Wednesday. On the first day, 195 pilgrims departed for Gunji. Another 400 pilgrims are currently awaiting the issuance of Inner Line Permits in Dharchula. The second phase of the Yatra will continue until the end of October.
The second phase of the Yatra was scheduled to begin on September 15th, but due to bad weather, the administration had not issued Inner Line Permits. Responding to the increasing number of pilgrims in Dharchula and the demand from tour operators, the administration began issuing Inner Line Permits on Wednesday. Deputy District Magistrate Manjeet Singh stated that permits were issued to 195 pilgrims on the first day. Many pilgrims who reached Dharchula before September 15th had already proceeded to Gunji via the Inner Line Chhailek. Many pilgrims stayed at the Narayan Ashram.
After the Inner Line Permits were issued on Wednesday, pilgrims departed for Gunji. This pilgrimage will operate until the end of October. Pilgrims will travel from Gunji to visit Adi Kailash and Om Parvat. He stated that Inner Line Permits are yet to be issued to 400 more pilgrims. Due to weather conditions, permits will not be issued simultaneously.
Twenty-two permits will be issued on Thursday, today, and Friday. Pilgrims and local tourism businesses are overjoyed with the start of the pilgrimage. The first phase of the Adi Kailash and Om Parvat Darshan Yatra was conducted from May to June, during which approximately 50,000 people visited Adi Kailash and Om Parvat.
The Importance of Adi Kailash
Lord Shiva’s Abode โ It is also known as “Chota Kailash.” It is believed that Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati reside in Adi Kailash.
Symbol of Kailash โ The journey to Mount Kailash (Tibet) is arduous and long, so devotees visit Adi Kailash as its counterpart.
Spiritual Power โ Devotees who arrive here experience mental peace and divine energy.
Pilgrimage Route โ The circumambulation of the Adi Kailash Yatra holds special significance, as it helps to destroy sins and attain virtue.
Religious Festival โ Sages and saints come here throughout the year for meditation and spiritual practice.
Importance of Om Mountain
Natural Miracle โ When snow freezes on the peak of this mountain, its shape automatically resembles Om (เฅ). This is a unique natural phenomenon.
Symbol of Om โ Om is considered the most sacred sound in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. The inscription of Om on the mountain makes it even more sacred.
Religious Power โ It is believed that merely seeing Om Mountain paves the way to spiritual peace and salvation.
Siddha Sthal โ This place is a particularly energetic place for those who practice yoga and meditation.
Center of Faith โ Pilgrims on the Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra consider the sight of Om Mountain to be the greatest achievement of the journey.
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