pecial Pujas Become Costlier at Kedarnath and Badrinath Dham
New rates will be लागू (implemented) from the upcoming yatra season. Charges for special pujas, including Shrimad Bhagwat Katha in Badrinath, have been increased.
Kedarnath Temple – Revised Puja Charges
| Puja | Old Rate (₹) | New Rate (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahabhishek | 9500 | 11,500 |
| Abhishek | 7200 | 7500 |
| Laghu Rudrabhishek | 6100 | 7100 |
| Bal Bhog | 1000 | 1500 |
| Shiv Sahasranam Path | 2000 | 2500 |
| Rudra Abhishek (Daily) | 3800 | 5100 |
| Full Day Puja | 28,600 | 51,000 |
| Evening Aarti | 1900 | 2400 |
| Rudra Abhishek (Special) | 28,600 | 35,000 |
Badrinath Temple – Revised Puja Charges
| Puja | Old Rate (₹) | New Rate (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahabhishek | 4700 | 5500 |
| Abhishek | 4500 | 5300 |
| Ved Path | 1001 | 2100 |
| Gita Path | 1500 | 2100 |
| Vishnu Sahasranam | 4951 | 6000 |
| Ved Path (Special) | 2500 | 3100 |
| Shrimad Bhagwat Katha | 51,000 | 1,00,000 |
| Kapur Aarti | 1951 | 3000 |
| Evening Aarti | 2731 | 5100 |
| Swarna Aarti | 5202 | 6100 |
| Bal Bhog | 7301 | 10,000 |
| Total | 32,501 | 45,000 |
Key Notes
- Charges have been increased by the temple committee.
- Special pujas at Kedarnath can now cost up to ₹51,000.
- Shrimad Bhagwat Katha in Badrinath has doubled to ₹1,00,000.
- Regular दर्शन (darshan) remains free, but special rituals require booking.