Intermittent rain has continued in Chamoli district for 6 days, blocking 19 motor roads after landslides, debris and boulders reached several routes. The disruption has affected connectivity between rural areas and the district headquarters.

Teams from the Public Works Department and the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) are working to clear the closed roads. District Disaster Management Officer Nandkishore Joshi said debris was being removed from the affected routes.

However, continued rain is making the restoration work difficult. Fresh debris is reaching new locations, creating further obstacles for teams trying to reopen the roads.

Snowfall in high-altitude areas

Rain in the district has been accompanied by snowfall on the peaks around Badrinath Dham, the Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib. The snowfall in these higher areas has also lowered temperatures in the lower parts of Chamoli.

Residents in Nandanager, Joshimath, Karnaprayag and Ghat have faced greater discomfort as temperatures fall. The change in weather has brought colder conditions to these areas while road connectivity remains affected.

The administration has directed the departments concerned to reopen the blocked routes as soon as possible. Road-clearing operations are continuing, but fresh debris caused by the persistent rain remains a challenge.

Key points

  • Rain has continued intermittently in Chamoli for 6 days.
  • Landslides, debris and boulders have blocked 19 motor roads.
  • Rural connectivity with the district headquarters has been affected.
  • Snowfall has been reported around Badrinath Dham, the Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib.
  • Public Works Department and PMGSY teams are clearing the affected routes.

Conclusion

Persistent rain has disrupted 19 motor roads in Chamoli, while snowfall in high areas has lowered temperatures. Departments are continuing debris-clearing work under administrative directions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How long has rain continued in Chamoli?

Rain has continued intermittently across Chamoli district for 6 days.

Q. How many motor roads are blocked?

A total of 19 motor roads are blocked because of landslides, debris and boulders.

Q. What connectivity has been affected?

Connectivity between rural areas and the Chamoli district headquarters has been affected.

Q. Which teams are clearing the roads?

Teams from the Public Works Department and PMGSY are working to remove debris and reopen the roads.

Q. Where has snowfall been reported?

Snowfall has been reported on the peaks around Badrinath Dham, the Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib.

Q. Which areas have experienced falling temperatures?

Nandanager, Joshimath, Karnaprayag and Ghat have experienced colder conditions as temperatures have fallen.

Q. What has the administration directed?

The administration has directed the departments concerned to reopen the blocked routes as soon as possible.