‘23 active danger spots’: New slide zones open up on Uttarakhand's Gangotri, Yamunotri highways
Thursday, 28 August 2025 () Persistent rains in Uttarakhand's Garhwal hills have escalated landslide risks on the Gangotri and Yamunotri highways, increasing danger zones from 16 to 23. New slide areas have emerged, threatening pilgrims and motorists. Authorities are prioritizing road repairs and protective measures, while bypass routes are proposed to safeguard the strategically important and tourism-dependent region.
Thursday, 28 August 2025 ()
