Second Kedar Shri Madmaheshwar Dham Doors Opened - Char Dham Yatra 2025 Begins
One of the famous Panch Kedars of Uttarakhand, the Second Kedar Shri Madmaheshwar Dham doors were duly opened for the devotees on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 11:30 am in the auspicious time of Cancer Lagna. This holy moment became a symbol of deep faith and devotion for the devotees of Uttarakhand Char Dham Yatra 2025.
As soon as the doors opened, a wave of devotion and spirituality ran through the entire area and the atmosphere echoed with the deafening proclamation of "Om Namah Shivay".
Grand Decoration and Religious Rituals
On this auspicious occasion of Second Kedar Shri Madmaheshwar Dham Doors Opened, Shri Madmaheshwar temple was decorated very beautifully with colorful flowers and traditional decorations. Before the opening of the doors, the divine sound of Vedic chanting, worship and religious rituals kept resonating in the temple, due to which the entire atmosphere became devotional and Shiva-filled.
The decoration of colorful flowers all around, havan, chanting of mantras and the presence of dolis made the atmosphere supernatural. The movable idol doli of Shri Madmaheshwar Ji reached the temple premises at exactly 10:30 am, after which the door worship started.
Shringar Darshan and Nirvana Darshan
At 11:30 am, after the worship, the doors of Lord Shri Madmaheshwar Ji were opened for the devotees. During this, the temple priest Shivling Swami traditionally decorated the self-manifested Shivling in the form of Samadhi.
Immediately after the opening of the doors, the pilgrims did Nirvana Darshan and then Shringar Darshan. This entire process was completed with utmost devotion and tradition.
300+ Devotees Participated
More than three hundred devotees and pilgrims were present at this historic occasion of Second Kedar Shri Madmaheshwar Dham Doors Opened to witness this holy moment.
Local villagers also participated in this religious event in large numbers. As part of the process of opening the doors, the doli also inspected the storehouse and utensils as per tradition, which is an important part of the preparations for the Yatra.
Complete Details of Doli Yatra
On 18 May, the journey of Shri Madmaheshwar Ji's movable idol doli started from Shri Omkareshwar Temple, Ukhimath.
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On 19 May, this doli reached Rakeshwari Temple, Ransi.
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On 20 May, this doli rested in Gaundar village.
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And finally reached Shri Madmaheshwar Temple on the morning of 21 May.
On the Yatra route, devotees welcomed the doli at various places and remained immersed in Shiva devotion with bhajans and kirtans. This entire journey was completed safely and traditionally.
Importance of Madmaheshwar Dham
Shri Madmaheshwar Temple, also known as Second Kedar, is one of the Panchkedar forms of Lord Shiva according to mythological beliefs. It is believed that during the Mahabharata period, the Pandavas had performed penance at this holy place in search of Lord Shiva. Here the middle part (navel) of Lord Shiva is worshiped, which is unique.
How to Reach Shri Madmaheshwar Temple?
To reach Shri Madmaheshwar Temple, devotees have to come by road from Gopeshwar or Rudraprayag to Ukhimath, Ransi village. After this, the temple is reached by walking about 16–18 kilometers. This route is full of beautiful natural views and hilly beauty.
Conclusion
This auspicious occasion of Second Kedar Shri Madmaheshwar Dham Doors Opened has brought the beginning of a new faith for the devotees in Uttarakhand Char Dham Yatra 2025.
The flower-decorated temple, the devotion of the devotees, the ritualistic opening of the gates and the dedicated administrative arrangements make this pilgrimage special. If you are planning a Char Dham Yatra this year, then do include the darshan of Shri Madmaheshwar Ji in your list.