August 6, 2026 10:56 AM
Debris Blocks Badrinath National Highway Near Helang in Chamoli; Restoration Underway
The Badrinath National Highway was blocked near Helang in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district on Wednesday after debris fell onto the road, disrupting vehicular movement along one of the state’s most important pilgrimage and strategic routes. According to the Chamoli district administration, debris and loose rocks came crashing down onto the highway following continuous rainfall in the region, forcing authorities to temporarily suspend traffic movement on the stretch. The administration said ro...