Kedarnath Dham Yatra hit by bad weather; helicopter services suspended temporarily

April 29, 2026 4:21 PM

Kedarnath Dham Yatra hit by bad weather; helicopter services suspended temporarily

Due to the two-day orange alert issued in the district, the impact of adverse weather conditions is clearly visible on the Kedarnath Yatra. The district administration is on full alert mode, closely monitoring every activity from the travel route to the shrine. Considering the bad weather conditions, helicopter services have been temporarily suspended not only at Kedarnath Dham but also in Phata, Sonprayag, Sersi, and Guptkashi. The administration has stated that the safety of pilgrims is ...

Char Dham Yatra: History and ancient origins

April 25, 2026 1:19 PM

Char Dham Yatra: History and ancient origins

Char Dham Yatra history holds a prominent place in Hindu culture as a spiritual journey to the four most sacred sites in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. This pilgrimage is not only about faith but also carries a deep historical and cultural resonance that dates back centuries. It’s a profound journey that has inspired countless devotees, enriching India’s spiritual heritage. The origins of the Char Dham Yatra are closely associated wit...

Uttarakhand: Heavy Snowfall in Chamoli, Shri Badrinath Dham Wrapped in thick blanket of snow

March 16, 2026 4:30 PM

Uttarakhand: Heavy Snowfall in Chamoli, Shri Badrinath Dham Wrapped in thick blanket of snow

As North India is gearing up for the start of the summer season, high-altitude areas in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district have been witnessing heavy snowfall since Sunday night. Due to intense snowfall, the temple premises in Shri Badrinath Dham, including Neelkanth Parvat and Narayan Parvat has been covered in a white blanket. Additionally, a sharp drop in temperatures has been recorded in the region. As a result, severe cold conditions have made a comeback in Badrinath and the surrounding l...

Uttarkashi cloudburst: 190 people rescued from Dharali, says Uttarakhand CM

August 6, 2025 5:13 PM

Uttarkashi cloudburst: 190 people rescued from Dharali, says Uttarakhand CM

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday said that around 190 people have been rescued from Dharali after a devastating cloudburst triggered massive flash floods and landslides in the region. Speaking to ANI, the Chief Minister assured that both the Centre and the state government are fully committed to assisting the victims. He added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also promised to extend all possible help. “The disaster has completely hit the entire Dharali, and af...

Uttarakhand cloudburst: 51 tourists from Maharashtra stranded in Uttarkashi safe

August 6, 2025 4:55 PM

Uttarakhand cloudburst: 51 tourists from Maharashtra stranded in Uttarkashi safe

As many as 51 tourists from Maharashtra stranded in Uttarakhand following heavy rainfall and a cloudburst in Uttarkashi are safe, state officials confirmed on Wednesday. According to the State Emergency Operations Centre, 11 of the stranded tourists are from Nanded district, while the remaining 40 belong to other Maharashtra districts. “The Maharashtra government is ready to provide necessary assistance to the tourists stranded in Uttarakhand and is in constant touch with them. The state gov...

Kedarnath Yatra halted, schools closed as torrential rain wreaks havoc in Uttarakhand

August 6, 2025 10:10 AM

Kedarnath Yatra halted, schools closed as torrential rain wreaks havoc in Uttarakhand

A day after twin cloudbursts struck Uttarkashi district, sweeping away an entire village and triggering widespread panic, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued a heavy rainfall warning along with a red alert for Uttarakhand. According to the IMD forecast, heavy rain is likely at isolated locations across several districts, including Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, Pithoragarh, Udham Singh Nagar, Dehradun, Nainital, Champawat, and Pauri Garhwal. The departme...

Char Dham Yatra suspended for 24 hours amid heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand

June 29, 2025 11:02 AM

Char Dham Yatra suspended for 24 hours amid heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand

In light of relentless heavy rainfall and heightened risk of landslides, the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand has been postponed for a day as a precautionary measure, officials confirmed on Sunday. The move has been made to safeguard the lives and property of thousands of pilgrims and residents amid deteriorating weather conditions in the region. Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey stated, "The Char Dham Yatra has been postponed for a day in view of the continuous heavy rainfall and the po...

Helicopter crashes in Uttarakhand’s Kedarnath; operations suspended pending safety review

June 15, 2025 4:06 PM

Helicopter crashes in Uttarakhand’s Kedarnath; operations suspended pending safety review

A tragic helicopter crash in Uttarakhand on Sunday morning claimed seven lives, including an infant and the pilot. The helicopter operating on the Kedarnath–Guptkashi sector, is believed to have crashed near the Gaurikund area between 5:30 and 5:45 AM due to poor weather conditions. The aircraft had taken off from Guptkashi at 5:10 AM, landed briefly at Kedarnath at 5:18 AM, and departed again at 5:19 AM. Preliminary findings suggest that the accident may have been caused by Controlled Flight...

Uttarakhand CM holds review meeting ahead of Char Dham Yatra 2025

April 28, 2025 11:42 AM

Uttarakhand CM holds review meeting ahead of Char Dham Yatra 2025

Uttrakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held a virtual meeting on Monday with district magistrates from across the state to review the arrangements for the Char Dham Yatra 2025, which is scheduled to begin on April 30.  In a post on X, Dhami said, "Hail Baba Kedar...! Shri Kedarnath Dham is being decorated with flowers before the doors open. Devotees will be able to have darshan of Baba from May 2." The registration for Char Dham Yatra 2025 also began on Monday, with special counters se...