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Landslide Halts Traffic on Allweather Road in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand
✍️ News18 Marathi
🗓 11 Aug 2026, 06:37 PM
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A landslide in Pithoragarh has blocked Allweather Road, causing a traffic jam. Authorities are working to clear the debris and restore traffic flow.
Today, a sudden landslide in the hilly region of Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, collapsed onto Allweather Road, a key thoroughfare for local commuters. The debris, consisting of soil and rocks, jammed the road, forcing vehicles to halt and causing a significant traffic bottleneck.
The incident has disrupted daily travel for residents and traders alike, as the road is a vital link between nearby villages and the district headquarters. Local traffic police have cordoned off the affected stretch to prevent further accidents.
In response, Uttarakhand's disaster management authorities dispatched a rescue and engineering team to assess the situation. The teams are currently clearing the fallen material and working to restore the road’s usability as quickly as possible.
Officials have urged motorists to seek alternate routes until the road is cleared, and they have assured the public that all necessary measures are being taken to mitigate the impact of the landslide.
The incident has disrupted daily travel for residents and traders alike, as the road is a vital link between nearby villages and the district headquarters. Local traffic police have cordoned off the affected stretch to prevent further accidents.
In response, Uttarakhand's disaster management authorities dispatched a rescue and engineering team to assess the situation. The teams are currently clearing the fallen material and working to restore the road’s usability as quickly as possible.
Officials have urged motorists to seek alternate routes until the road is cleared, and they have assured the public that all necessary measures are being taken to mitigate the impact of the landslide.