
Gates of Gangotri shrine to Close on November 2, Yamunotri shrine on November 3.
Closing Process Begins with Diwali Festival Uttarkashi/Barkot – As the Diwali festival begins, preparations to close the gates of Gangotri and Yamunotri shrine have also started. The gate-closing rituals have commenced along with the Diwali celebrations in both shrines. During this period, the temple of Goddess Ganga at Gangotri will be decorated with approximately 800…