Landslides block 120 roads in Uttarakhand, pilgrims escorted across washed-out Yamunotri highway stretch
Uttarakhand has faced heavy rains, causing landslides and blocking 120 vital roads. About 100 pilgrims were successfully led across the washed-out Yamunotri National Highway. Additionally, debris has obstructed the Rishikesh-Kedarnath and Kotdwar-Satpuli National Highways. Ongoing rescue and repair operations are in progress, confronting difficulties due to relentless rain. Officials are prioritizing pilgrim safety while striving to clear and open affected routes.
Uttarakhand has faced heavy rains, causing landslides and blocking 120 vital roads. About 100 pilgrims were successfully led across the washed-out Yamunotri National Highway. Additionally, debris has obstructed the Rishikesh-Kedarnath and Kotdwar-Satpuli National Highways. Ongoing rescue and repair operations are in progress, confronting difficulties due to relentless rain. Officials are prioritizing pilgrim safety while striving to clear and open affected routes.
