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Kanwar Yatra 2026: Begins July 30, Jalabhishek on Sawan Shivratri (Aug 11)
📖 VG Khabar
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 pointsThe yatra peaks on August 11 (Sawan Shivratri) with jalabhishekDevotees carry holy water from Haridwar, Varanasi and Baidyanath DhamAn estimated 2 crore devotees take part every yearIt is among North India's largest religious gatherings.
Authorities make special traffic and security arrangements during the yatra.