BADRINATH NATIONAL HIGHWAY
IMD issues warning as heavy rainfall continues to disrupt life across India; Check here for complete forecast
IMD Weather Forecast: The IMD has issued warnings of heavy rainfall across Northwest and East India, with Northeast India also bracing for prolonged showers. Recent heavy rains caused severe disruptions in states like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Rajasthan. Central India, including Maharashtra and Karnataka, expects heavy rainfall in the next few days. Delhi anticipates intermittent rain and thunderstorms. Tragic incidents like drowning and landslides have been reported in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Odisha and West Bengal face heavy rainfall threats, while Assam battles critical flooding affecting over 22 lakh people.
Uttarakhand: Vehicular movement halted at Badrinath National Highway due to falling debris
The Badrinath National Highway in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, has faced severe disruptions due to debris accumulation at multiple locations. Chamoli Police reported blockages near Bhanerpani, old Nagar Panchayat Pipalkoti, Kanchen Ganga, Chhinka Paagalnala, and Helang. These incidents have stranded commuters and locals, impacting traffic significantly. Efforts by local authorities and police to clear the debris have been ongoing, with interruptions in vehicular movement lasting for several hours at different points along the highway.
Rain triggers landslides in Uttarakhand, two drown in separate incidents
In Haridwar, a teenaged boy who had gone to bathe in a rain-fed rivulet in the Navoday Nagar area was swept away by strong currents. His body is yet to be found, the police said. His two friends who had also gone into the stream were rescued by locals.
Master plan of Rs 424 crore for upgrading facilities at Badrinath temple: Uttarakhand CM Dhami
On Saturday, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced a master plan worth Rs 424 crore for upgrading facilities at the Badrinath temple. The initiative aims to enhance pilgrimage experiences while balancing environmental sustainability and economic growth.
12 killed, 14 injured as tempo traveller carrying tourists falls into Alaknanda river in Uttarakhand
Ten tourists were killed and 13 injured in a tragic accident on the Badrinath national highway in Uttarakhand. The victims were on their way to visit Chopta when the tempo traveller they were in skidded off the road and fell into the Alaknanda river. Most of the passengers were from Delhi. Seven seriously injured individuals were airlifted to AIIMS, Rishikesh, while six others are receiving treatment at Rudraprayag district hospital.
Uttarakhand accident: Victim at AIIMS succumbs to injuries, toll rises to 15
A person injured in the tempo traveller accident in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag succumbed to his injuries, taking the toll to 15, while the condition of four of the 11 injured is still critical, officials said on Sunday. A person who was brought to AIIMS, Rishikesh by air ambulance after the accident on Saturday died late at night, trauma surgeon Ruby Kataria said.
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After Silkyara mishap, tunnelling SOPs to be overhauled
The government of India is planning to overhaul standard operating procedures (SOPs) and rewrite contracts for tunnel construction to prevent incidents like the Silkyara tunnel collapse. The proposed changes will also focus on tightening safety regulations for construction workers.
Silkyara tunnel project to continue after safety audit, repair of broken structure: Official
The Silkyara tunnel project in Uttarakhand, a part of the 900-km 'Char Dham Yatra All Weather Road,' will continue after a safety audit and repair of the collapsed structure, according to a senior road ministry official. The tunnel is a crucial element of the Rs 12,000-crore project aiming to provide all-weather connectivity to four holy towns in Uttarakhand.
Badrinath temple main gate, Singh Dwar, develops cracks
Cracks have been discovered at the main entrance of the Badrinath temple, known as 'Singh Dwar', raising concerns. Initially feared to be caused by subsidence, it was later found that the cracks resulted from rain and environmental factors. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has sent a team to investigate the matter and has initiated repairs by replacing iron clamps with copper clamps.
Badrinath National Highway shows fresh signs of subsidence after crack appear
The subsidence-sensitive spot has been demarcated with reflective tapes for the safety of vehicles and drivers are being asked to drive carefully, Traffic Inspector Praveen Alok said.
Uttarakhand: Parts of Karnaprayag-Gwaldam National Highway washed away
Heavy rainfall in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand has led to parts of the Karnaprayag-Gwaldam National Highway getting washed away by the spate Pindar River, leaving commuters stranded as the lower parts of the road are being eroded continuously. Efforts are underway to clear debris and reopen the road, but further details are awaited.
Rain wreaks havoc in Uttarakhand, Chardham Yatra suspended
The defence college building in Uttarakhand's Maldevta collapsed on Monday as torrential rains pounded the state, flooding major rivers and their tributaries and causing landslides along the national highways to Badrinath, Kedarnath and Gangotri shrines, officials said. Several people are feared to be buried in landslides triggered by heavy rains in the state.
Uttarakhand: Badrinath highway blocked due to falling debris; vehicles buried
The district magistrate said that at present there are vehicles buried under the debris and information has been received about one person buried under the debris in Pipalkoti. Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly Speaker Ritu Khanduri Bhushan took stock of disaster-affected areas in Kotdwar in the State on Sunday.
Uttarakhand: Road blocked near Pipalkoti on Badrinath NH due to falling debris
Falling debris blocked the road near Pipalkoti on the Badrinath National Highway, leading to a disruption in traffic. Chamoli police took to Twitter to confirm that the road was blocked near Chhinka, Pipalkoti, and Marwadi Bridge. Similar incidents occurred earlier, with traffic on the Gangotri National Highway being affected due to falling debris.
Uttarakhand: Portion of Gangotri Highway caves in following landslide, traffic diverted
According to officials, a stretch of around 60 meters has caved in and the area is close to an airstrip said to be strategically important. The nearby Tehri Dam is said to be the reason for the landslide, said officials. Authorities have erected a sign board for commuters to avoid any untoward incident.
Gangotri National Highway near Bhatwadi closed due to falling debris
The Gangotri National Highway, 500 meters ahead of Bhatwadi, has been closed to traffic since morning due to falling of debris. This has caused a disruption for the devotees of the Gangotri Dham Yatra, who are now stranded on the route, according to the district administration of Uttarkashi.
Uttarakhand: Road near Nandaprayag and Chhinka on Badrinath NH blocked due to debris pile-up
The Chungi Badethi tunnel on the Gangotri National Highway in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district has been facing the threat of getting damaged following landslides around the area, leaving authorities concerned.
Uttarakhand: Part of Badrinath National Highway washed away in Chamoli due to heavy rainfall
According to Chamoli Police, 50 meters of the highway have been washed away following incessant rainfall. "Falling debris and a rise in the water level of the Lambagad drain due to constant rainfall since Friday night have caused 50 metres of the NH-7 road to be washed away," said the Police.
Uttarakhand: Traffic movement hampered on Gangotri-Yamunotri National Highway due to constant rainfall
Traffic has been disrupted and closed in multiple areas along the Gangotri-Yamunotri National Highway due to continuous rainfall in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. The region is also experiencing a threat of landslides with the Dhasadaa village of the Bhatwadi block likely to experience one soon. The village is losing ground on a daily basis, according to the district disaster management officer.
Uttarakhand: Road near Nandaprayag on Badrinath NH blocked due to debris pile-up
"The National Highway near Gauchar, Kameda was blocked due to a breach spanning about 70 metres of the road. The departments concerned and executive bodies are working on a war footing to restore normal traffic movement on the road as soon as possible," an official had said.
Yamunotri, Badrinath highways blocked due to falling debris
Falling debris near Gangnani, Uttarakhand blocked Yamunotri and Badrinath National Highway in the regions, leaving scores of commuters and locals stranded for hours. Heavy rains caused water-logging in Kasturba Gandhi residential school, leading to evacuation. Relief work teams were sent to carry out necessary relief operations.
Uttarakhand Rains: Part of Gairsain-Karnprayag National Highway in Chamoli washed away
Heavy overnight rains in Chamoli district have resulted in a part of the Gairsain-Karnprayag National Highway -109 being washed away near Kalimati, stranding travellers on both sides. The road was washed away about 15 meters on Thursday night. The Badrinath National Highway has also been blocked due to debris falling from the hill near Chhinka.
Uttarakhand: Bridge near India-China border "under threat" due to rapid flow of water, says BRO
Border Roads Organisation on Sunday said a valley bridge near the India-China border, nine km ahead of Malari village here has come under threat due to the rapid flow of the river as the monsoon fury continued over the northwestern Himalayan region. Malari is a small village near the Indo-China border near Joshimath in Chamoli district.
Uttarakhand: Yamunotri, Badrinath roads blocked due to falling debris
The flood rescue operation by the National Disaster Response Force continues in the flood-affected areas of Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand, and Delhi, where torrential rainfall and the release of water from barrages have resulted in unprecedented floods, an official statement said on late Friday evening.
Uttarakhand: Badrinath national highway blocked due to landslide, tourists stranded
Last week on Thursday, heavy rains triggered landslides and flash floods in Uttarakhand at the same place and blocked Badrinath National Highway. A
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