48 pilgrims started the pilgrimage on 19 August 2026.
The route follows Lipulekh Pass, a high‑altitude mountain crossing.
Medical fitness tests are mandatory for high‑altitude endurance.
Helicopter evacuation is arranged for medical emergencies.
The Ministry of External Affairs works with state governments, the Indo‑Tibetan Border Police and Chinese officials to manage the pilgrimage.
Improvements are being made to roads, lodging and food services along the route.
The journey uses the Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand, a route that has been open since 1981.
The Ministry of External Affairs coordinates with Indian states, the Indo‑Tibetan Border Police and Chinese authorities to ensure safety, including medical checks and helicopter evacuation.
Facilities such as transport, lodging and food are being upgraded, and private operators manage the Nepal route without requiring additional government approval.
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