A tragic incident occurred on the Kedarnath pilgrimage trek route on Monday when a massive landslide near Junglechatti brought down debris from the hillside, killing two palki workers and injuring three others.
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केदारनाथ पैदल यात्रा मार्ग पर जंगलचट्टी के पास पहाड़ी से मलबा गिरा। चपेट में आने से 2 पालकी मजदूरों नितिन और चंद्रशेखर की मौत हो गई, 3 घायल हैं। राज्य के कई इलाकों में 23 जून तक बारिश का अलर्ट है। pic.twitter.com/7NkOTnPpTQ— Sachin Gupta (@SachinGuptaUP) June 18, 2025
Deceased Has Been Identified
The deceased have been identified as Nitin and Chandrashekhar, who were carrying pilgrims on the treacherous mountain trail. They were caught directly in the landslide\’s path and succumbed to their injuries on the spot. The injured have been rescued and shifted to a nearby medical facility for treatment.
The incident took place along the pedestrian route to Kedarnath, one of the most significant Char Dham pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand, which sees thousands of devotees each year.
Weather Alert in Uttarakhand
The landslide comes amid a rain alert issued across several regions of Uttarakhand, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting moderate to heavy rainfall until June 23. Authorities have warned pilgrims and tourists to remain cautious while traveling in the hills, especially on vulnerable routes like Kedarnath.
Rescue operations were swiftly launched after the incident, and the path was temporarily closed for safety. The state disaster response forces and local administration are on high alert, given the increased risk of landslides during the monsoon season.
Authorities have urged pilgrims to check weather updates and stay in contact with official yatra control rooms before setting out on the trek.
This incident has once again highlighted the fragile terrain and hazards associated with high-altitude pilgrimage routes, especially during the rainy season.
