India • Jun 28, 2025

Uttarakhand highway blocked due to heavy rains

Heavy rains in Uttarakhand have triggered landslides, shutting down the Badrinath-Rishikesh highway and blocking access to popular pilgrimage spots like Badrinath, Kedarnath, and Hemkund Sahib.
Debris and falling stones have made these routes unsafe for travel.

TL;DR

Authorities are working round the clock to clear debris

These highways are especially important during monsoon season when thousands of pilgrims visit.
With roads blocked, travel plans are on hold and safety risks are high—recent weather even led to a deadly bus accident in Rudraprayag.
Authorities are working round the clock with JCB machines to clear debris, police are managing traffic.
If you're planning a trip or know someone who is, exercise caution and monitor weather updates on these routes.