Char Dham Yatra resumes in Uttarakhand
The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand has resumed following a temporary suspension due to heavy rains and landslides. Officials are monitoring routes and advising pilgrims to follow safety protocols in vulnerable areas.
Why it matters
The pilgrimage is a major religious event in India, and managing safety during extreme weather is a significant logistical and administrative challenge.
The Char Dham Yatra, which had been temporarily suspended as a precautionary measure due to incessant rains and landslides, resumed on Tuesday (July 21, 2026), officials said. According to the officials, the pilgrimage, which was suspended on Monday (July 20, 2026), has been smoothly restarted following a necessary review of the travel routes.
Garhwal Commissioner Anand Swaroop said that the pilgrimage is being conducted in coordination with the administrations of all districts associated with the Yatra, the police, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and relevant departments.
He mentioned that the travel routes are being continuously monitored, and special vigilance is being maintained in vulnerable areas.
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