CM Yogi Adityanath: The Kanwar Yatra 2026 officially commenced across Uttar Pradesh on the first day of the holy month of Sawan, with the state government announcing extensive arrangements to ensure a safe, smooth, and well-organized pilgrimage for millions of Lord Shiva devotees.
Kanwar Yatra 2026 Begins
According to the Uttar Pradesh Government, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to implement comprehensive measures for the annual Kanwar Yatra, focusing on security, traffic management, sanitation, medical assistance, and other essential public services along the pilgrimage routes.
The Kanwar Yatra attracts millions of devotees every year
The government stated that special arrangements have been put in place to provide devotees with a secure and hassle-free journey, reflecting the state’s commitment to managing one of India’s largest religious pilgrimages with efficiency and care.
The Kanwar Yatra attracts millions of devotees every year, who collect holy water from sacred rivers and offer it at Lord Shiva temples during the month of Sawan. Uttar Pradesh remains one of the key states witnessing large-scale participation in the annual pilgrimage.
The state government reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that devotees can complete the Kanwar Yatra safely while maintaining public order and providing uninterrupted civic services throughout the pilgrimage season.
