CHAMOLI
Over 650 pilgrims return without Badrinath darshan, authorities stress mandatory registration
Over 650 pilgrims were turned away from Badrinath temple for not fulfilling mandatory registration norm. Steps taken to regulate Char Dham pilgrimage rush and ensure devotees' convenience.
Char Dham Yatra 2024: Doors of Badrinath Temple open for devotees amid chants and melodious tunes
The Shri Badrinath Dham in Uttarakhand opened its doors for devotees at 6 am on Sunday morning amid chimes of melodious tunes by the Army Band with complete rituals, vedic chants and slogans of 'Badri Vishal Lal Ki Jai'. Shri Badrinath Dham opened its gates for devotees after a break of six months.
First 'Abhishek puja' at Badrinath performed in name of PM Modi, says Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee President
Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee President Ajendra Ajay said, "Today at 6 am, the doors of Shri Badrinath Dham have been opened for devotees. Our first Abhishek Puja has been done in the name of Prime Minister Modi. Crowds of devotees are seen on the temple premises. There was some rain at the time of the opening of the doors but there was no decrease in the number of devotees. We are making efforts to make the journey of the devotees smooth."
Uttarakhand: Three people from Bihar arrested in Chamoli for promoting forest fires
According to the police, a video came to light after it went viral on social media platforms wherein the three youths were promoting forest fires. In the purported video, a youth can be heard saying, "Nobody challenges those who play with fire...and Biharis are never challenged."
Villagers in Uttarakhand's Chamoli to boycott Lok Sabha polls due to lack of roads
Residents of several villages in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, are boycotting the upcoming Lok Sabha polls to protest the lack of road infrastructure, causing delays in accessing medical facilities. Villagers demand a road connection before voting. Despite some villages withdrawing their boycott following assurances, others remain steadfast in their protest.
Polling parties dispatched to implement 'vote-from-home' facility in Uttarakhand's Chamoli for Lok Sabha polls
Vote-from-home initiated in Chamoli for citizens over 85, disabilities for Lok Sabha elections. Polling parties dispatched with volunteers, wheelchairs. Uttarakhand voting on April 19, part of Garhwal seat won by BJP. CM Dhami campaigns.
Uttarakhand: Kedarnath Dham receives heavy snowfall
The revered Kedarnath Dham in Uttarakhand experiences continuous heavy snowfall due to a sudden shift in weather patterns. The Indian Meteorological Department forecasts a minimum temperature of -16 to -18 until January 23. No warnings or advisories have been issued despite light rainfall predictions. The Chamoli district sees its first snowfall of the winter, affecting key locations like Badrinath Dham and inviting seers to the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya on January 22. PM Modi announced an 11-day ritual preceding the ceremony at the Ram Temple, with public 'darshan' starting on January 23.
Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Ecological concerns need to be addressed for development in Himalayas, say experts
A portion of the tunnel between Silkyara and Dandalgaon on the Brahmakhal-Yamunotri national highway collapsed in the early hours of Sunday. Rescue operations are being carried out to evacuate 40 labourers trapped inside. Some experts are also unhappy with the methods being adopted for the construction of Char Dham all-weather highways, especially the widening of roads.
Over 40 families displaced by landslides in Uttarakhand to get Rs 4.25 lakh each for rehabilitation
Of the total amount, Rs 4 lakh will be for construction of houses, Rs 10,000 as displacement allowance and Rs 15,000 for building cowsheds, District Disaster Management Officer NK Joshi said.
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.
Monsoon rain widens cracks in Joshimath, five families shifted to relief camps
Widening cracks in subsidence-hit Joshimath during the monsoon prompted authorities to shift five families to relief camps. Admitting that land-subsidence in areas declared unsafe earlier this year seems to have been aggravated during the monsoon, Chamoli's Disaster Management Officer NK Joshi said five families were shifted from Sunil ward to relief camps two days ago.
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 HC orders suspension of Chamoli district judge
The high court's order stated that during his suspension, Chamoli district judge Dhananjay Chaturvedi will remain attached to the district and sessions judge's office in Champawat.
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.
16 electrocuted in Chamoli: How traffic challan saved a life
Incomplete bike documents saved Mohd Faizan from being present when 16 people, including a sub-inspector and three home guard personnel, were electrocuted at a sewage treatment plant in Chamoli. Faizan was on his way to the plant when his bike was seized. The incident resulted in the critically injured being airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh.
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.
15 killed in Chamoli transformer blast in Uttarakhand; CM Pushkar Singh Dhami orders probe
Fifteen people were killed and several injured after a power transformer blasted on the banks of the Alaknanda river in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, an official said on Wednesday. The injured are being referred to a higher centre and are being shifted to AIIMS Rishikesh via helicopter
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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