KHATIMA NEWS
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7 of the 8 people caught in an avalanche on the Kedartal track have been found dead, while one trekker remains unaccounted for. 3 newly recovered bodies were brought to Uttarkashi district headquarters on Friday after poor weather delayed their transport. Authorities have now stopped the search because of deep snow and continuing snowfall.
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6 players were inside a private indoor badminton court near Souli in Uttarkashi’s Naigaon area when unidentified people began throwing stones onto the roof. The incident continued for about 10 minutes, damaged the roof and prompted operator Dr Amit Rawat to lodge a complaint with local police seeking action against those responsible.
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Officials said another trekker’s body was recovered from the Kedartal trek route in Uttarkashi district on Friday, taking the number of bodies retrieved to 7. one person remains missing, 8 days after the group disappeared. The recovery extends a search operation that has already reported multiple bodies this week.
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Police in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district said they have solved a series of thefts involving cables and monoblock pumps used in irrigation lift schemes in the Yamuna Valley. 2 people have been arrested in connection with the case, according to the police statement issued on Thursday.
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6 people have died after an avalanche struck a 13-member trekking group heading to Kedartal in Uttarkashi. 5 trekkers returned safely, while rescue teams continue searching for 2 missing people. 4 of the 6 recovered bodies have been identified, including sisters from Lucknow and 2 trekkers from Bankura.
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A 52-year-old man from Hitara village was seriously injured when a white Innova struck his scooter near Badethi in Chinyalisaur. He suffered a serious injury to his left ankle and was referred to a higher centre in Dehradun after receiving initial treatment, while residents raised concerns about speeding in populated areas.
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A motorcycle collided with a stray cow on the Chinyalisaur all-weather bypass on Wednesday evening, killing the animal and seriously injuring rider Ayush Nautiyal, 22, and passenger Sheetal, 21. Both were taken to a higher centre after initial treatment, while residents called for better management of unattended cattle on the road.
Others
4 bodies have been recovered after an Innova car plunged into a river near Dabrani on Uttarakhand’s Gangotri National Highway. Police, SDRF, water police and divers are searching for possible passengers amid strong currents, while medical teams remain ready to assist any survivors and officials work to contact victims’ families.
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Police arrested 3 Panipat residents during a checking operation on the Mori-Netwar road in Uttarkashi on November 4. Officers said they recovered 1 kg 647 grams of charas, valued at around ₹3.30 lakh, from a Scorpio. A case has been registered under the NDPS Act, and the vehicle was seized.
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has described the deaths in a passenger-vehicle accident near Ganganani market in Uttarkashi as tragic. He said relief and rescue operations were continuing at the site and wished for the swift recovery of the injured person.
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3 more bodies, including those of 2 men and one woman, were airlifted to Matli helipad during the Kedartal trek rescue operation in Uttarkashi. The recovery follows 2 bodies found during yesterday’s search, while teams continue looking for missing trekkers and support staff amid heavy snowfall and difficult high-altitude terrain.
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Rescue teams recovered the bodies of a woman and a man on Tuesday after an avalanche struck the Kedartal trek in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. 6 of the 8 people reported missing remain unaccounted for, while SDRF, the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering and other teams continue the search operation.
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Search teams in Uttarkashi have found a tent, belongings and a bag believed to be linked to 8 people missing on the Kedartal trek. 7 trekkers and their guide disappeared after an avalanche was reported in the valley, but rescuers have not located the group despite reaching the fifth day of operations.
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A rescue operation is underway in Uttarkashi’s Kedartal area to locate mountaineers in a narrow valley at 4000 metres. A 10-member SDRF and NIM team has been deployed by helicopter, while the Gangotri National Park team is searching caves and sheltered areas from below. Clear weather could assist the next phase.
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The Rajgarhi police serving villages in the Banal and Thakral areas of Uttarkashi has reportedly operated for 2 years without electricity or water. Local residents say the facility is functioning with only one Home Guard, while officials say formal record entry is still pending before further action can begin.
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About 90% of principal s in Uttarakhand’s government inter colleges have remained vacant for years, while most headmaster positions in high schools are also unfilled. Teachers say the vacancies and non-teaching duties are weakening academic and administrative work, affecting classroom teaching and contributing to concern over falling student numbers.
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The State Disaster Response Force has begun a search and rescue operation for 7 trekkers and one guide who went missing after becoming stranded on the Kedartal trek in Uttarkashi district. A later report said avalanche activity and heavy snowfall halted the search, leaving the operation dependent on conditions in the high-altitude terrain.
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A truck overturned near Chungi Badethi on Uttarkashi’s Gangotri National Highway late Saturday, trapping its driver inside the cabin. Police and SDRF teams used a crane to free him at about one:35 on Sunday, after which he was taken to District Hospital Uttarkashi with injuries.
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The Gangotri National Park has temporarily stopped access to the Gaumukh trek after heavy snowfall created an avalanche threat and damaged parts of the route. 7 trekkers stranded in the Bhojbasa and Tapovan areas have been contacted and are safe, while officials are working to bring them back to Gangotri.
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Residents of Jalang village in Uttarkashi’s Dunda development block have asked the district magistrate to begin pending road repairs within 2 weeks. They say the neglected road is disrupting travel and have warned of a fast and a boycott of voting in the upcoming assembly election if work does not begin.
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Snowfall has continued across the higher reaches of Uttarakhand since morning, with video from the Yamunotri region of Uttarkashi showing the landscape covered in white. The latest conditions highlight fresh snowfall in one of the state’s high-altitude areas, while separate reporting has also described snow in Kedarnath.
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Uttarkashi district administration has activated its emergency operations centre after the Meteorological Department forecast rain and snowfall. Officials are collecting weather updates from tehsils and using live CCTV cameras to monitor roads and the Gangotri and Yamunotri Dhams, with safety measures focused on commuters and pilgrims.
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The Uttarkashi administration is monitoring Gangotri and Yamunotri through live CCTV amid a weather alert and the possibility of rain and snowfall. Officials have ordered departments to prepare safe shelters, bonfires and regular weather updates for pilgrims if conditions deteriorate at the Himalayan shrines.
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The Uttarkashi-Lambgaon motor road has developed potholes soon after surfacing work between Tiloth and Thalan-Manpur was completed. The Public Works Department spent around 60 lakh on the 7-kilometre stretch. Residents are questioning the construction quality, while the department has asked the contractor to repair the damaged sections.
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The body of Mukund Sahani, a Muzaffarnagar resident missing from Uttarkashi since 14 October, was found in the Bhagirathi river near Syuna village. His family suspects murder, while police have taken the body for mortem at the district hospital. The cause of death remains pending investigation and mortem report.
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Police in Uttarkashi are searching for 34-year-old Mukul Sahni of Muzaffarnagar, who has been missing since 14 October. Separately, 24-year-old MBA student Babita Pandey of Haldwani has remained untraced since 29 May despite searches by several agencies in and around Dayara Bugyal.
Dehradun
After a week of relatively settled weather, Uttarakhand is expected to see a shift from Friday. The Meteorological Centre has forecast light rain in parts of 4 hill districts and snowfall above 3500 metres, while the change may also bring lower temperatures and a colder feel across the plains.
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Sumitra Devi, a resident of Garhth village in Uttarkashi, died during treatment after being bitten by a snake at Chopra Tok on 21 October. Her family took her to Primary Health Centre Banchora on the Forest Department’s advice, but doctors could not save her.
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Yamunotri MLA Sanjay Dobhal is facing questions over healthcare, education, roads, employment and development before Uttarakhand’s 2027 election. Local residents are seeking a master plan for Yamunotri Dham, while Deepak Bijalwan’s move to the BJP and speculation about Kedar Singh Rawat returning to Congress could alter the contest.
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Seventeen volunteers from Rudra Organization’s Rawain Valley unit cleaned the Yamuna and nearby areas between Kharadi and Kuthnaur in Uttarkashi. The group pledged to “Save Himalaya”, urged people to prevent waste near rivers and public places, and sought stronger cleanliness arrangements along the Char Dham pilgrroutes.
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Ranveer Singh Kafola of Kafnaul village in Uttarkashi district suffered serious head and eye injuries in a bear attack. A helicopter was arranged to move him to Dehradun, where he was airlifted for treatment. The incident has left the village facing a serious wildlife-related emergency involving one of its residents.
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated Government College Barnigad and launched or opened 38 development projects worth about ₹217 crore in Purola. He also announced a permanent college campus, a mini stadium and a motor road, while promising easier access to public services for residents.
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Development schemes worth ₹218 crore were inaugurated and launched in Uttarkashi, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said. The projects are intended to strengthen basic infrastructure across the district and accelerate development, although the announcement did not provide project-wise details or specify the individual locations and sectors covered.
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said projects involving approximately 218 crore rupees were inaugurated or taken up through foundation stone ceremonies in the Purola Assembly Constituency of Uttarkashi. He said the investment forms part of a wider plan to develop the region as a world-class destination and expand opportunities for local residents.
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The Prime Minister’s National Apprenticeship Fair and awareness programme at Jot Singh Rawalnta Government Industrial Training Institute in Barkot, Uttarkashi, brought together hundreds of young people. Participants received information about apprenticeships, skill development and employment opportunities, while speakers stressed the value of practical experience alongside formal education.
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A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck Uttarkashi district at 8:07 AM PM on 10 October 2026, according to the National Center for Seismology. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 11 km, and tremors may have been felt across Uttarkashi and surrounding areas. No further details were provided in the initial report.
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced a Vishwanath-Shakti Temple Corridor during his Uttarkashi visit on Wednesday. He said the project would improve facilities for devotees, support religious tourism and create local employment, while also outlining development schemes, education proposals and health infrastructure measures for the district.
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A bear injured 55-year-old Jagbir Singh Rawat near Malla village in Uttarkashi’s Bhatwari block on Monday morning. Villagers first took him to the Bhatwari primary health centre, but doctors later referred him to District Hospital Uttarkashi because of the seriousness of his condition. Residents are seeking stronger forest-department surveillance.
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Police at Yamunotri Dham located and returned a wallet belonging to a pilgrim from Bangladesh who had come for darshan. The wallet was found near 9 Kainchi and contained ₹10,000 in cash along with important documents, restoring the traveller’s belongings during the Char Dham pilgr.
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Residents of Dharali village in Uttarkashi’s Harshil area say 3 bears are repeatedly entering orchards and populated areas during the apple season. The animals have damaged apples and broken branches, prompting villagers to avoid going alone to fields and seek increased forest department patrols before the situation leads to an incident.
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Pilgrims arriving at Janki Chatti, a key halt on the Yamunotri Dham route, have reportedly faced repeated approaches from porters and horse-mule operators seeking to provide services. Residents also raised concerns about luggage disputes, fee collection and the need for better coordination, cleanliness, safety and passenger convenience.
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Lokendra Singh Bisht has announced his bid for the Gangotri Assembly seat in the upcoming 2026 election. Beginning his campaign from Gangotri Dham, he is presenting earlier public-interest campaigns, legal challenges and regional development concerns as the foundation for his political outreach across the constituency.
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A woman was injured after a Rapido scooter carrying 3 people collided with a horse on the Yamunotri Dham route in Uttarkashi. She fell onto the road and suffered leg injuries before being taken to hospital. The incident has renewed concern over speeding, triple riding and safety checks on the narrow mountain route.
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Employees gathered at Uttarkashi’s Ramlila Maidan to press for restoration of the old pension scheme. Led by district president Jai Prakash Bijalwan, the protesters burned copies of the National Pension System and Unified Pension Scheme, and warned of intensified action if their demands are not addressed soon.
Rudraprayag
Uttarakhand may see rain in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh on October 1, while other districts are expected to remain dry. Fog may affect the plains during the morning. Kedarnath recorded -4°C after snowfall last week, and farmers in Uttarkashi are worried about possible crop damage.
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Uttarakhand’s weather is expected to remain mixed as the monsoon retreats. Light rain and thunderstorms may occur in Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh on 1 October, while other districts should stay dry. The forecast points to another wider change on 5 October, except in Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar.
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The campaign for a medical college in Uttarkashi continued on its 45th day, alongside the 29th day of a phased hunger strike and the 59th day of satyagraha. Organisers said a district-wide mahapanchayat will be held on October 2 to decide the movement’s next course and warned of intensification without government action.
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The State Disaster Response Force has brought all 11 trekkers stranded near Vasuki Tal in Uttarkashi to safety. The operation was carried out with support from other rescue and relief agencies under the direction of SDRF Commandant Arpan Yaduvanshi and the leadership of Assistant Commandant Sanjay Upreti.
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8 trekkers and porters have been flown out of the Kalindi Pass area in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi and taken to Harsil Helipad, according to the district emergency authorities. The evacuation has concluded, providing a confirmed update on one part of the rescue activity being monitored in the region.
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Rescue teams brought all 19 trekkers to safety after they became stranded on the Kalindi Khal trek in Uttarkashi district. The State Disaster Response Force resumed evacuation efforts amid snow-covered mountains, challenging weather and difficult terrain before completing the operation.
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A group of 40 trekkers and expedition members has been safely brought back from the high-altitude Kalindi Base and Auden’s Col Base areas in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. Officials said everyone rescued on Monday was transferred to secure locations in accordance with the prescribed procedures.
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Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya visited the Harsil helipad to review efforts to bring back 136 trekkers caught in high-altitude Himalayan areas after snowfall. The operation is focused on moving those stranded in the district to safety, with aerial rescue preparations linked to the ongoing response.
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Multiple Uttarkashi agencies are coordinating an evacuation operation for trekkers and porters following directions from District Magistrate Prashant Arya. The district administration, Forest Department, SDRF, police and disaster management authorities are involved. The available update does not specify the affected location, the number of people involved or the operation’s outcome.
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Uttarkashi district officials have activated emergency preparations after an India Meteorological Department rainfall alert. Teams are being positioned to assist trekkers, Char Dham pilgrims and tourists, while residents and visitors are being urged to avoid unnecessary movement, stay away from water channels and report emergencies promptly.
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The Uttarkashi District Cooperative Bank’s new board has approved plans for 9 branches and loans worth up to ₹100 crore at 0 interest for youth, women and farmers. The decisions also cover ATMs, self-employment finance, collateral-free loans for women and the revival of an MPACS in Kharsadi.
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A 63-year-old traveller from Maharashtra was swept into a fast-flowing river after slipping near Kachchidang on the Gangotri-Gaumukh trail. Forest officials and the SDRF searched the gorge and nearby river stretch on Saturday, but rain and snowfall forced them to suspend the operation. A fresh search is planned for Sunday.
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A road crash in Uttarkashi district’s Bhatwari area killed Dhanveer, a resident of Pahi village, on Friday. Police reached the scene, took custody of the body for further action and began searching for the bus driver, who allegedly left after the collision. Investigators are checking CCTV footage and speaking with witnesses.
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Uttarkashi police have removed unauthorised name plates, designation boards and government-identification stickers from 38 private vehicles during a district-wide enforcement drive. The operation covered cars, jeeps, motorcycles and other vehicles across police station areas, while owners were warned against displaying official or influential identities without permission.
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The student union election at PG College in Uttarkashi has drawn 12 nominees across 6 s. Amit Shah of Om Group, Kapil Aswal of Aryan Group and Shivam Rana of ABVP will contest the president’s position, while NSUI has entered the race for secretary. Scrutiny and withdrawals are scheduled for 26 September.
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami recognised 4 mountaineering expeditions led by the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering in Uttarkashi and inaugurated a new gaushala at Haldi Farm, Khatima. The shelter can accommodate more than 2000 destitute cattle, while similar facilities are being built at over 60 locations across the state.
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Residents of Ganeshpur in Uttarkashi’s Bhatwari block say a 33 KV high-voltage line passes dangerously close to their fields and homes. With paddy harvesting and threshing underway, villagers fear an accident and want the line shifted or additional safety measures installed. Officials of Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam have been approached repeatedly, they say.
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Uttarkashi district is developing 14 view points, selfie points and signs along the Gangotri and Yamunotri pilgrroutes. The project, costing about 31.32 lakh rupees, aims to improve rest facilities and make the journey more convenient and memorable for pilgrims visiting the Char Dham shrines.
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Apple grower Sundas of Duchanu village in Uttarkashi has created a -harvest business model with government support. His grading, sorting and packaging facilities have increased his income, helped nearby growers add value to their produce and provided seasonal work for 20 to 25 local residents during the apple season.
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A dog described as rabid bit 12 people in and around Mori market on Saturday, including schoolchildren. All those treated at the Community Health Centre in Mori received first aid and anti-rabies vaccines. Parents remain worried about children’s safety, while residents have urged officials to capture the animal and address stray dogs permanently.
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Social worker Suman Badoni has raised 2 public-service demands in Uttarkashi’s Yamunotri Assembly constituency: restoring 108 ambulance coverage for the Jogat Talla area and authorising more CSC centres in Chinyalisaur to issue worker cards. Officials have given an assurance on the ambulance, while the additional-centre request has been made to the district magistrate.
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Uttarkashi is preparing to widen protected cultivation through cluster-based polyhouses measuring 50 to 500 square metres. The initiative under NABARD’s RIDF scheme will support vegetable and flower cultivation, while 114 farmers from Bhatwari and the Ganga Valley have received training in production, crop management and -harvest handling.
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8 of 15 children who fell ill in Bhangeli village, Uttarkashi, have tested positive for Coxsackie virus linked to hand, foot and mouth disease. Health teams are examining other children, while the Water Institute has increased monitoring of local water sources amid uncertainty over how the virus spread.
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A leopard attacked a motorcycle carrying 2 men on the Khattukhal motor road in Uttarkashi’s Dunda area on Monday evening. The bike lost control and fell, injuring both riders in the knees. Emergency responders took them to the district hospital, while a departmental team continued monitoring the location.
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Residents of Bhangeri village in Uttarkashi’s Bhatwari block have reported painful boils, itching, burning and fever among children and women after a new water source was connected under the Jal Jeevan Mission. Health officials have examined affected residents, supplied medicines and advised households to boil drinking water while the source is investigated.
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Uttarkashi traffic police carried out an evening checking operation across the district headquarters and nearby areas to improve road safety. Officers issued challans to 23 drivers, arrested 2 people allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol, seized their vehicles and towed 3 vehicles from no-parking areas.
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Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya inspected the approximately 5-km trekking route to Yamunotri Dham on Sunday. Departments were told to repair damaged structures, improve sanitation, maintain drinking-water and toilet facilities, and keep medical teams, machinery and workers ready before visitor numbers rise during the second phase of the pilgr.
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A Jal Jeevan Mission project intended to serve about 400 families in Kafnaul village remains unfinished after 2 and a half years. Pipes meant for the 12-kilometre supply network are lying unused in forest areas, while permission for construction through reserved forest land remains the central obstacle.
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On the 26th day of the displacement protest in Bhaldgaon, authorities urged the demonstrators to relocate the site, but villagers stood firm, saying only a concrete solution to their displacement demands will end their protest.
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In Uttarkashi’s town zones, daily jams mount on the Gangotri Highway due to dense truck traffic, halted school buses, and narrow roads. Authorities have yet to finalize a concrete traffic plan to ease the choke points.
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In Uttarkashi, members of the OM Student Organization paid respects to teachers at the PG College on Teachers’ Day. Presidential candidate Amit Shah and university representative candidate Ayush Panwar, along with other members, received blessings from faculty as part of the observance. Students emphasized teachers as guides and inspirations beyond mere academic instruction.
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In Silgaon village of Uttarkashi district, a bear has been damaging cash crops, prompting fears among farmers and calls for swift action from forest authorities. Residents report ongoing incursions into fields and demand inspection, compensation, and preventive measures to curb future losses.
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On Teachers’ Day, Gangotri MLA Suresh Chauhan organized a district-wide felicitation at Uttarkashi’s district collectorate auditorium, recognizing teachers from across the district and signaling a focus on modern, technical education to strengthen education and society.
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A leopard was spotted beside the Dharasu Band road in Uttarkashi late on September 4, with pedestrians recording a video from a safe distance. The incident follows recent leopard attacks in nearby areas, intensifying resident concerns and calls for stronger monitoring by forest authorities.
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In Uttarkashi, a district-level meeting chaired by the district magistrate focused on financial inclusion, agricultural lending, and扩大 banking outreach to farmers. Separate protests in Boldgaon demand displacement for villagers affected by the Tehri dam reservoir.
