The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) has implemented Aadhaar-based eKYC for the registration of Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib Yatra 2025.The registration for the Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib Yatra 2025 began on March 20, 2025, and over 750,000 pilgrims have already availed Aadhaar-based online registration facility as of March 26, 2025.
What is Aadhaar e-KYC?
An Aadhaar-based e-KYC is an electronic process for investors to complete their KYC formality with the service provider by using their Aadhaar number.Also read: Now you can open Post Office Savings Account and carry out transactions through Aadhaar authentication
A Press Bureau of India (PIB) release on March 27, 2025 said, “It is aimed at reducing registration time and enhancing the overall experience for pilgrims. With Aadhaar-based online registration, authorities can monitor pilgrim movements, prepare better to avoid overcrowding at temples, and improve weather related information flow especially in high-altitude regions.”
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By leveraging Aadhaar authentication, authorities can monitor pilgrim movement more effectively. This digital tracking allows for better crowd control, reducing the risks of overcrowding at temples and high-altitude locations. Additionally, real-time weather updates and alerts can be disseminated more efficiently, ensuring the safety of the pilgrims
Pilgrims can register through the official portal (https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in) or via the “Tourist Care Uttarakhand” mobile app. This digital approach simplifies the registration process, curbs duplication of entries, and ensures that more devotees can participate in the yatra.
Aadhaar eKYC-based registration for Char Dham Yatra 2025 for Indian pilgrims
The process involves three steps where one has to register for the yatra.
How to register for Char Dham Yatra 2025
Step 1: Visit Tourist Care Uttarakhand – https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in
Step 2: Click “Register”
Step 3: Select “Indian Pilgrim”. Enter details.
Step 4: Set password and confirm the password
Click “Sign Up”, enter the OTP received on your mobile, and complete the registration
Login Process (For Indian Pilgrims)
Step 1: Go to the official website – https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in
Step 2: Click “Login” . Enter Registered Mobile Number
Step 3: Enter password and captcha
Step 4: Click “Sign In”.
How to do tour registration
Step 1: Click “Registration for Tour” from the dashboard.
Step 2: Select tour duration (Start and End Date), enter number of tourists, Select mode of travel (Road/Walking/Helicopter)
Step 3: Provide vehicle details (if applicable)
Step 4: Choose specific dates for each destination
Step 5: Click “Save” to create a tour.
How to do Aadhaar eKYC for Indian pilgrims
Step 1: Log in and select “Manage Tour Info” from the dashboard.
Step 2: Click “Add Pilgrim”
Step 3: Complete Aadhaar eKYC (details auto-filled after OTP verification)
Step 4: Provide additional details such as email ID & mobile number, emergency contact information, medical conditions (if any), upload passport-size photo & ID proof.
Step 5: Accept consent and Click “Finish”.
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