Badrinath Dham to close on November 25

Badrinath temple doors will close for the winter season on November 25. Temple officials announced this date after a traditional puja. Kedarnath and Yamunotri Dham will shut on October 23. Gangotri will close the day after Diwali. These high Himalayan shrines annually close due to heavy snowfall. The Chardham Yatra is a crucial part of the state's economy.