On Thursday, Uttarakhand issued a heavy rain alert. Despite the ongoing rainfall, oppressive heat persists, offering only temporary relief until the sun reemerges, intensifying discomfort.Rashmi Khatri from Dehradun reports a yellow alert for heavy rains in Uttarakhand, with potential lightning and thunder in some areas. The Meteorological Center advises Chardham Yatra pilgrims to postpone their journey temporarilyResidents are also urged to exercise heightened vigilance in regions affected by landslides. The Meteorological Center has indicated potential heavy rainfall in isolated areas of Dehradun, Udham Singh Nagar, Champawat, and Nainital districts on Thursday. Additionally, there is a chance of lightning accompanied by thunderstorms.The Meteorological Department forecasts light to moderate rainfall across the majority of districts in both Kumaon and Garhwal divisions. Dehradun has experienced continuous rain since late last night. However, the afternoon may bring partly cloudy skies with the likelihood of light to moderate showers persisting in Dehradun throughout the day.On Wednesday, Dehradun experienced clear skies and oppressive humidity from the scorching heat. The maximum temperature in Dehradun reached 35.2 degrees Celsius during the day.As a result of heavy rain in Uttarakhand, 79 roads are currently impassable. The Public Works Department reported that a total of 205 roads were closed between Tuesday and Wednesday, with the majority reopening by Wednesday. However, the closure of the Badrinath Highway persists due to rockslides near Joshimath Chungidhar, which remains unresolved as of the second day.Approximately 3000 passengers are currently stranded in Joshimath and Pipalkoti due to the highway closure. The local administration is distributing food packets to all those affected.As a result of the road closure, numerous pilgrims sought refuge in nearby hotels, while others spent the night in their vehicles. A team from the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is actively working to reopen the highway. It is anticipated that the road will be accessible again by Thursday.
Yellow alert issued in Uttarakhand due to heavy rainfall, urging pilgrims to postpone Char Dham yatra
