The Kedarnath Yatra has been paused as heavy rainfall and an orange weather alert in Uttarakhand prompted officials to prioritize pilgrim safety.
The decision was taken as a precautionary measure
May 31, 2026
01:10 pm
What's the storyThe Kedarnath Yatra has been temporarily suspended due to heavy rainfall and an orange weather alert in Uttarakhand.
The decision was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of thousands of pilgrims traveling to the Himalayan shrine.
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