Record 48 million pilgrims visit Haridwar for Kanwar Yatra 2026, officials say

Haridwar welcomed a record 4.8 crore Kanwariyas during the 14-day pilgrimage, making the 2026 Kanwar Yatra the largest in the city's history.

New Delhi: Haridwar witnessed a historic crowd this year as 4.8 crore (48 million) Kanwariyas visited the holy city during the 14-day Shravan Kanwar pilgrimage. The religious event started on July 30 and ended on Tuesday, making it the biggest Kanwar fair ever held in the city, officials said on Tuesday.

“A record 4.8 crore Kanwariyas arrived in Haridwar from various parts of the country. Even on Tuesday afternoon, Kanwariyas were continuing to arrive, so the exact figure may be slightly higher by late evening,” senior superintendent of police Navneet Singh Bhullar, said.

Official data shows that the number of pilgrims has been growing every year. Last year in 2025, around 4.52 crore devotees visited, compared to 4.14 crore in 2024 and 4.07 crore in........

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