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Snowfall Triggers Landslide, Halts Kedarnath Pilgrimage in Himachal‑Uttarakhand
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 10:15 AM
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Heavy snowfall on the peaks of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand has caused a landslide, forcing authorities to suspend the Kedarnath pilgrimage, with intermittent rain expected until the 16th.
The Himalayan ranges of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand experienced intense snowfall over the past 24 hours, turning the high‑altitude terrain into a snow‑laden landscape. Meteorological departments reported that the sudden weather shift brought heavy snow to several peaks, disrupting normal conditions in the region.
A landslide triggered by the accumulated snow was reported near the Kedarnath trek route, prompting local authorities to halt the annual pilgrimage. Officials have closed the access points to the shrine and advised pilgrims to postpone their journey until the area is deemed safe.
Weather forecasts indicate that intermittent rain showers will continue across the region until the 16th of this month, raising concerns of further ground instability. The disaster management teams have issued advisories for residents and travelers to stay alert and avoid non‑essential movement in the affected zones.
The disruption comes as the Kedarnath Yatra, a major religious event drawing thousands of devotees, is scheduled for the upcoming weeks. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and will update the public as conditions improve.
A landslide triggered by the accumulated snow was reported near the Kedarnath trek route, prompting local authorities to halt the annual pilgrimage. Officials have closed the access points to the shrine and advised pilgrims to postpone their journey until the area is deemed safe.
Weather forecasts indicate that intermittent rain showers will continue across the region until the 16th of this month, raising concerns of further ground instability. The disaster management teams have issued advisories for residents and travelers to stay alert and avoid non‑essential movement in the affected zones.
The disruption comes as the Kedarnath Yatra, a major religious event drawing thousands of devotees, is scheduled for the upcoming weeks. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and will update the public as conditions improve.