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Debris Blocks Gangotri and Yamunotri Highways Amid Heavy Uttarakhand Rains
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 07 Aug 2026, 09:37 AM
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Heavy rains in Uttarakhand have caused debris to block the highways leading to the pilgrimage towns of Gangotri and Yamunotri, disrupting travel and prompting authorities to clear the roads.
Heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand has led to large amounts of debris falling onto the highways that serve the pilgrimage towns of Gangotri and Yamunotri. The blockage has halted traffic, preventing pilgrims and tourists from reaching the sites. Local authorities have deployed road‑clearing teams to remove the obstructions and restore access. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of travelers during the monsoon season. Officials are monitoring the situation closely and have urged motorists to seek alternate routes until the roads are cleared.