Uttarakhand cloudburst damages hotel site, workers missing

India Jun 29, 2025

A sudden cloudburst hit the Barkot-Yamunotri road in Uttarkashi, damaging a hotel construction site and leaving eight to nine workers missing.
Rescue teams from SDRF, NDRF, and local police are searching the area, with officials confirming that efforts are still underway.

Key highways blocked due to rain

Continuous rain has blocked key highways like Badrinath-Rishikesh, stranding pilgrims heading to places like Kedarnath and Hemkund Sahib.
Authorities are working to clear roads.
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has asked everyone—especially exam candidates—to avoid unnecessary travel until the weather improves.