The month of Sawan is deeply sacred for devotees of Shiva. According to reports, Kanwar Yatra 2026 will begin on Thursday, July 30 (the first day of Sawan).
Key points
- The yatra peaks on August 11 (Sawan Shivratri) with jalabhishek
- Devotees carry holy water from Haridwar, Varanasi and Baidyanath Dham
- An estimated 2 crore devotees take part every year
It is among North India's largest religious gatherings. Authorities make special traffic and security arrangements during the yatra.









