Kedarnath Dham Yatra: Landslide Disrupts Access from Sonprayag

Kedarnath Dham Access Affected by Landslide

Kedarnath Dham is one of the prominent pilgrimage destinations for Hindus, dedicated to Lord Shiva, attracting numerous devotees daily during the Yatra season. This region is known for its susceptibility to landslides, particularly during the monsoon and the preceding months, prompting travelers to exercise caution.

The Rudraprayag Police in Uttarakhand announced on their social media platform that the route to Kedarnath Dham has been compromised due to falling debris and stones in the ravine near Jangalchatti. Consequently, the pathway from Sonprayag to Kedarnath Dham has been temporarily closed until further notice. Authorities are ensuring robust security measures for pilgrims using the footpath, including those who had already embarked on their journey to Kedarnath Dham before the damage occurred.

Rudraprayag Police, Uttarakhand tweets "The path leading to Kedarnath Dham was damaged due to debris and stones falling in the ravine near Jangalchatti. The path from Sonprayag to Kedarnath Dham has been suspended till further orders. Effective security is being ensured for the… pic.twitter.com/pPwLJyN4nG

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The landslide has caused significant rock and debris accumulation in the ravine, impacting a crucial segment of the trekking path. In a statement shared on social media, the police reassured that all essential safety measures are being implemented for the devotees who had commenced their pilgrimage before the route was closed.