The Kedarnath pilgrhas been suspended for a third consecutive day near Chirbasa, where rocks continue to fall from the hillside. More than 500 people remain stranded on the route, while security personnel have moved about 7,000 pilgrims towards Gaurikund.

Officials said the remaining pilgrims will be sent towards Gaurikund once the weather improves. The Public Works Department is working to restore the pedestrian track, but movement remains restricted because of the continuing risk along the route.

The situation has also raised concern about conditions on the path. Horse and mule carcasses were reported at several points along the route. The available information does not specify the number of animals affected or the circumstances in which they died.

Rain warning across Uttarakhand

The weather department has forecast rain in every district on Tuesday. The hill districts may receive thunderstorms, lightning and spells of heavy to very heavy rain.

Dehradun had a cloudy sky from Tuesday morning. The forecast for the district indicated one or 2 spells of light to moderate rain and thundershowers, with the possibility of heavier showers in some areas. The maximum temperature was expected to remain around 30 degrees Celsius and the minimum near 22 degrees Celsius.

Nainital experienced torrential rain on Monday. Several roads were inundated, and water accumulation made stretches appear like ponds.

Forecast for the next 3 days

The weather outlook in the available forecast is as follows:

  • 16 September: Some parts of the hill districts may receive thunderstorms, lightning and heavy to very heavy rain.
  • 17 September: Weather is expected to remain dry across the districts, although rain remains possible in the hills.
  • 18 September: Conditions are likely to stay dry across the districts, with light rain possible at isolated places in mountainous areas.

The contrasting forecast means conditions may improve after the current spell, but rain remains possible in the hills. Pilgrmovement will depend on the route condition and the assessment of officials managing the evacuation and repairs.

Safety operation on the pilgrroute

Security personnel have already escorted about 7,000 travellers away from the affected section and towards Gaurikund. More than 500 people are still waiting for movement to resume, according to the available update.

The administration’s stated plan is to move the remaining travellers when the weather is clear. Until then, the continuing rockfall near Chirbasa remains the main reason for keeping the Kedarnath pedestrian route closed.

Conclusion

The Kedarnath trek remains suspended near Chirbasa because of ongoing rockfall, while rescue teams continue moving pilgrims towards Gaurikund and repair work proceeds on the route.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Why has the Kedarnath pilgrbeen stopped?

The pedestrian route near Chirbasa has been closed because rocks are continuing to fall from the hillside.

Q. How many people have been moved towards Gaurikund?

Security personnel have moved about 7,000 pilgrims towards Gaurikund.

Q. How many people are still stranded?

More than 500 people remain stranded on the Kedarnath route.

Q. Who is repairing the pilgrroute?

The Public Works Department is working to restore the pedestrian route.

Q. When will the remaining pilgrims be moved?

Officials said they will send the remaining pilgrims towards Gaurikund when the weather becomes clear.

Q. What weather is expected in Uttarakhand?

Rain is possible across all districts, while hill districts may see thunderstorms, lightning and intense rain.

Q. What happened in Nainital?

Torrential rain inundated several roads, with water accumulation making some stretches resemble ponds.

Q. What is the forecast for 17 September?

The forecast indicates generally dry weather across the districts, with rain still possible in the hills.