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Uttarakhand Rain Alert: Landslides Block Char Dham Roads, Schools Shut
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🗓 07 Aug 2026, 07:25 AM
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Heavy rains in Uttarakhand have triggered multiple landslides, shutting key Char Dham pilgrimage routes and forcing the closure of several schools.
The Uttarakhand government has issued a rain alert after sustained heavy rainfall caused several landslides along the Char Dham pilgrimage routes. Roads leading to Kedarnath, Badrinath and other holy sites have been closed to ensure the safety of pilgrims and residents. In addition, authorities have shut down multiple schools in affected districts to prevent accidents. Local police and disaster management teams are monitoring the situation and are ready to evacuate stranded people if necessary. The government has urged people to stay indoors and follow official instructions.