Cloudbers, heavy rains wreak havoc in Uttarakhand: Char Dham Yatra was stopped, workers missing, landslides hit highway – 10 major updates | Bharat News
Dehradun: A devastating Claudbers in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand triggered widespread damage and anarchy. Missing, landslides and disrupting major pilgrimage routes in Uttarakhand. Later, the state government on Sunday suspended the Char Dham Yatra for 24 hours, citing heavy rain alert and continued the weather -related risks. The incident has also led to obstructions on the obstacles on the important parts of the Badrinath and Yamunotri highways, which prevent pilgrims and inspire emergency feedback efforts.
Travel stopped amid safety concerns
Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed that the Char Dham Yatra was stopped as a precautionary measure. He said, “I have instructed police and administration officials to stop pilgrims in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, Sonprayag and Vikasnagar.”
Nine workers missing after cloudburst
Cloudberst hit the Silai Band on the Barcot -Yamunotry road late on Saturday night, causing a flash flood. Delus caused serious damage to the site of a construction hotel in Baligarh, where 8-9 laborers were living. All of them are currently reported to be missing. Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya confirmed the incident, saying that Yamunotry route also faced significant damage.
72 roads blocked in Kumaon more than 40,000 cuts
On Saturday, heavy rains blocked 72 roads in Uttarakhand, widely dismantled and cut over 40,000 people in the Kumaon region. Many villages were immersed in the dark due to power lines, and emergency restoration efforts are going on in the worst hit districts-Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithorgarh. Authorities have also imposed a night travel ban on Char Dham highways to reduce risks from potential landslides and muckslides. The State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) has warned of high rainfall in several districts on Sunday and Monday based on IMD forecasts.Read more: 72 roads blocked, 40k people bites
Landslides block Badrinath Highway
Landslides occurred due to heavy rains throughout the night, which blocked the Badrinath National Highway near Nandprayag and Bhanerpani. This route is important for pilgrims traveling to Kedarnath and Badrinath temples, indicating immediate restoration efforts. Chamoli police posted on X, “Badrinath National Highway is blocked near Nandprayag and Bhanerpani. Work is going on to open the road.”
Yamunotry route was also affected
Apart from the Badrinath Highway, the Yamunotry route has been greatly affected by flood debris and road damage. The pilgrimage for Yamunotry has been interrupted, and the traffic movement is prohibited as a result of cloudburst. Additionally, landslide on the Yamunotry highway is also 10–12 meters. “Heavy landslides in the sewn band on the Yamunotary highway due to excessive rainfall. 9 workers missing, 10 rescued and safely evacuated. The 10–12 meter section of the highway was washed. Uttarakhand police said in a statement, “NDRF, and police are engaged in relief and rescue operations.
Rescue operations in full enthusiasm
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and local police teams were immediately discovered and rescued operations. Efforts are underway to detect missing workers and secure the affected areas.
Disaster response on high alert
Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman said that the government is closely monitoring the situation. “All departments are directed to stay on standby and take necessary measures to protect residents and pilgrims,” he said, referred to ANI.
CM Dhami requested public precautions
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami appealed to the citizens to be vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel. “Given the forecast of heavy rainfall in some plain areas of the hill and state, people are advised to be vigilant,” he said.
Weather forecast is serious
The Meteorological Department of India (IMD) has continued rainfall in many parts of Uttarakhand in the next 24 hours. Officials are maintaining high alerts in unsafe districts for floods and landslides.
Officials requested restraint
In view of the situation to be developed, the authorities have asked pilgrims and local people to enter into landslide-prone areas and follow official advice. Restoration of blocked highways is a priority.
