Pilgrimage to Mansarovar commences, 300 depart so far
Summary
The annual pilgrimage to Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kailash via the Rasuwagadhi transit point in Nepal has begun, with around 300 pilgrims departed so far this season, including visitors from India, Russia, and the UK.
Key Points
- Around 300 pilgrims have departed for Mansarovar so far this season via the Rasuwagadhi transit point.
- Last year, 11,381 pilgrims traveled to Mansarovar and Kailash through this route.
- Revenue collection has increased to Rs 3 million in the first nine months of this fiscal year, compared to Rs 1.12 million last year.
- The Mansarovar and Mount Kailash hold spiritual significance for followers of Hinduism, Buddhism, Bon religion, and Jainism.
