Tragedy struck the Kedarnath Dham trekking route in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district as three people lost their lives and one got injured in a devastating landslide. The incident occurred around 7:30 am near Chirbasa area on the Gaurikund-Kedarnath trekking route when heavy stones and debris came crashing down from the hill.
Rudraprayag District Disaster Management Officer Nandan Singh Rajwar reported that the relief and rescue team swiftly responded to the emergency upon receiving the news. As of now, three bodies have been recovered from the rubble, while one injured person has been rescued and taken for medical treatment.
The tragic incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers posed by natural calamities in the mountains. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. Let us all stay vigilant and take necessary precautions while trekking in such risky terrains.