Heavy rain began in Dehradun at about 6 am on Thursday, leaving several areas waterlogged within a short time. The disruption comes as Uttarakhand’s monsoon activity gradually weakens, although rain-related risks remain in the hill districts.

The weather department has forecast light to moderate rain with thunderstorms at some places in Dehradun and other hill districts. A thunderstorm alert has been issued for 17 September, while no warning has been issued from 18 September.

Night traffic restriction on Pithoragarh-Ghat highway

Traffic has been stopped at the Ghat Band-Munna Band section of National Highway-09 in Pithoragarh after stones, boulders and debris continued falling from the hillside. The restriction covers the stretch between km 168.600 and 168.800.

Vehicles will not be allowed through this section between 6 pm and 6 am. The restriction will remain in force until the route is declared normal.

Jitendra Verma, the sub-divisional magistrate, said the hillside is highly sensitive and stones have been falling during both day and night. Machinery is being used to clear the debris, he said.

Debris blocks Adi Kailash route

A landslide also affected the Adi Kailash travel route in Pithoragarh. At about 12:10 pm on Wednesday, debris and boulders came down near Garampani and fell onto the road, disrupting vehicle movement.

After receiving information, a Border Roads Organisation team reached the location and began clearing the material. The route had earlier been affected by another landslide near Dobat.

Repeated landslides have increased concern among people travelling through the Pithoragarh routes. The continuing fall of rocks has made movement more difficult, particularly along sections where clearance work is still under way.

Weather outlook for Uttarakhand

The latest forecast points to a gradual reduction in monsoon strength across Uttarakhand. However, the possibility of thunderstorms and rain in the hills remains relevant for road users because falling debris can interrupt traffic without extended warning.

For now, the main reported impacts are waterlogging in parts of Dehradun, the night-time restriction on the Pithoragarh-Ghat highway and disruption on the Adi Kailash route. Clearance work is continuing on the affected roads.

Conclusion

Rain has created local waterlogging in Dehradun, while landslides and falling rocks have disrupted key Pithoragarh routes. The highway restriction will continue until conditions improve, with officials and road teams working on debris removal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When did heavy rain begin in Dehradun?

Heavy rain began at about 6 am on Thursday.

Q. What weather has been forecast for Dehradun and the hill districts?

The weather department has forecast light to moderate rain with thunderstorms at some places.

Q. When is the thunderstorm alert in force?

A thunderstorm alert has been issued for 17 September. No warning has been issued from 18 September.

Q. Which highway section is closed at night?

The Ghat Band-Munna Band section of National Highway-09 is restricted between km 168.600 and 168.800.

Q. What are the highway restriction timings?

Traffic is stopped between 6 pm and 6 am until the route is declared normal.

Q. Which agency is clearing the Adi Kailash route?

A Border Roads Organisation team began clearing debris near Garampani.