The first batch of Kailash Manasarovar Yatra-2018 was today flagged off by Union minister of state for External Affairs VK Singh.
The first batch comprising 60 pilgrims will reach Kailash Manasarovar via Lipulekh.
There are two routes for Yatra-through Lipulekh pass(Uttarakhand) and Natu La pass(Sikkim).
This year 3,734 applications were received. And After draw of lots, around 1500 were selected
Pilgrims will reach Kailash Manasarovar via Lipulekh in eight batches of 60 pilgrims each. T
Ten batches of 50 pilgrims each will reach there via Nathu La
The duration of the Yatra via Lipulekh is 24 days for each batch including three days in Delhi for preparatory work.
The duration through Nathu La pass is 21 days . This pass is motorable and suitable for senior citizens