Mumbai: Good news for Lord Shiva devotees! The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is set to resume this summer after discussions between India and China, marking a significant step in commemorating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. This development followed Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s visit to China from January 26 to 27.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) highlighted the agreement to resume the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 2025, with mechanisms in place to determine its modalities under existing contracts.
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025 is a spiritual pilgrimage organised by the Government of India, offering devotees the opportunity to visit Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar in Tibet. This pilgrimage attracts devotees who seek divine blessings at Mount Kailash, revered as the abode of Lord Shiva, and Lake Mansarovar, a symbol of purity. The 2025 Yatra promises to be a transformative journey of faith, endurance, and devotion.
The Yatra is spiritually and physically challenging, involving high-altitude trekking. Organised by the Government of India, the Yatra involves meticulous planning to ensure the safety and comfort of participants. Prospective pilgrims must meet strict eligibility criteria, undergo medical tests, and participate in a fair computerised selection process. Here’s a comprehensive guide on who can apply, how the selection is conducted, and the steps to submit your application.
Eligibility criteria for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025
- Indian citizens aged 18 to 70 years as of January 1, 2015, holding valid Indian passports and having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 27 or lower, are eligible to undertake the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra for religious purposes, provided they are physically fit and medically healthy.
- Applicants must not suffer from conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, heart disease, or epilepsy.
- Selected applicants must pass comprehensive medical examinations conducted by the Delhi Heart and Lung Institute (DHLI) and the ITBP Base Hospital in New Delhi.
- Foreign nationals, including Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cardholders, are not eligible for the Yatra.
- During the journey, additional altitude trekking reaction tests will be conducted by ITBP at Gunji for the Lipulekh Pass route and at Sherathang for the Nathu La route. Yatris deemed medically unfit at these stages will not be allowed to continue and will forfeit previously paid charges.
- Medical findings and recommendations from DHLI and ITBP personnel, both in Delhi and along the Yatra route, are final and binding. Other medical certificates or test reports are not accepted. If a selected applicant is found medically unfit, they will not proceed with the Yatra and will forfeit non-refundable deposits and medical examination fees.
- Key medical tests conducted by DHLI and ITBP include tests for blood parameters, lipid profile, pulmonary function, and cardiac health, such as Hb, TLC, DLC, TMT, E.C.G., and Stress-Echo-Test (if required). Chest X-rays and BMI assessments are also mandatory. Individuals aiming to undertake the Yatra are encouraged to maintain a BMI of 27 or below to enhance their fitness levels.
- Applicants must hold a valid ordinary Indian passport, with at least six months’ validity as of September 1, 2015.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
How to apply for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025?
You can apply for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025 through The Ministry of External Affairs website.
The application form is not available now, but keep checking the website for updates. However, you can download forms like Consent Form, Indemnity Bond and Undertaking available on the website.
Selection process for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
1. Computerised Draw System:
The Ministry of External Affairs conducts the selection process through a fair, computer-generated random draw, ensuring gender balance. Selected participants are assigned specific routes and batches.
Once allocated, changes to the assigned route or batch are generally not permitted. Applicants may request to travel in the same batch with one other Yatri, and efforts will be made to accommodate such requests where possible.
2. Participation Confirmation:
Selected or wait-listed applicants must confirm their participation by depositing a non-refundable amount of Rs 5,000 in favour of ‘Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam Limited,’ payable in Delhi, within the specified deadline. The remaining balance will be payable later.
3. Medical Tests in Delhi:
Selected Yatris must arrive in New Delhi 3-4 days before the Yatra to undergo comprehensive medical tests at the Delhi Heart and Lung Institute and the ITBP Base Hospital. The medical criteria are established by the ITBP Base Hospital to meet the specific requirements of the Yatra. Only those who pass these tests will be permitted to proceed.
Further medical assessments will be conducted by ITBP during the Yatra to evaluate participants’ reactions to high-altitude trekking.
Documents required after selection
Upon selection, Yatris must carry the following documents when reporting to New Delhi:
- A valid ordinary Indian passport with at least six months’ validity as of September 1, 2015.
- An Indemnity Bond on non-judicial stamp paper (₹10 or locally applicable value), authenticated by a First Class Magistrate or Notary Public. The bond confirms that the Yatri undertakes the Yatra at their own risk.
- A signed Undertaking agreeing to helicopter evacuation in case of an emergency.
- A Consent Form permitting cremation of mortal remains on the Chinese side in case of death during the Yatra.
Selected applicants will be informed of their batch assignment via email and SMS following the computerised draw.
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025 is more than just a physical journey; it is a spiritual quest that connects devotees with divine energy and inner peace. For those eligible, it is an unparalleled opportunity to experience the magnificence of Mount Kailash and the serenity of Lake Mansarovar. As you prepare to embark on this sacred pilgrimage, ensure all documentation is complete, and your health is in optimal condition.
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