Landslide on pilgrim route in northern India: rocks and debris cause major disruption
by Aditi VermaA devastating landslide has struck a popular pilgrim route, bringing down rocks and debris that have caused significant disruption in northern India’s Uttarakhand.
The incident took place near Kedarnath Hills in Rudraprayag district and the video went viral on August 10.
Visuals showed on a perilous mountain road, a dramatic landslide was unfolding. Huge boulders and debris were crashing down from the steep slopes, tumbling onto the road below. The once-clear path was now completely blocked by a chaotic mass of rocks and rubble. A few people, who had gathered at the scene, were capturing the intense moment on their phone cameras. Their faces reflected a mix of awe and concern as they watched the destructive forces of nature reshape their surroundings. The scene was both breathtaking and unsettling, with the roar of falling debris echoing through the rugged terrain.