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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Climate
- Business Standard
Traffic severely affected by road washouts: Uttarkashi DM on landslides
DM Arya stated that instructions have been issued to the Indo-Tibetan border police and the forest department to construct an alternative route to ensure safe pedestrian movement in the region ANI General News Following major landslides in the Silai Band area, Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya on Monday said that traffic movement has been severely affected due to road washouts at multiple locations, but restoration efforts are underway on a war footing. Speaking to ANI, DM Arya said, "Traffic has been disrupted due to road washout at three places in Silai Band area. Work is being done on a war footing to make the road smooth for traffic." DM Arya stated that instructions have been issued to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and the Forest Department to construct an alternative route to ensure safe pedestrian movement in the region. "In view of the washout of the road in the Ojri area, necessary instructions have been given to the ITBP and Forest Department for the construction of an alternative route there, so that safe movement by foot in the affected area can be made smooth movement of vehicles will be restored to Silai Band by tomorrow," he said. Landslides triggered by heavy rains have been recurring across Uttarkashi district, hampering road connectivity and posing challenges for both locals and tourists. The administration, along with disaster response agencies, has been actively engaged in clearing debris and ensuring essential connectivity is restored swiftly. Uttarkashi DM Prashant Arya inspected the relief and rescue operations, which are underway at the site of the incident. Two workers have died in the incident, and seven people are still missing. Earlier in the day, Uttarkashi Superintendent of Police (SP) Sarita Dobhal inspected the landslide-affected areas along the Yamunotri National Highway and reviewed the safety measures in place to manage the situation. "SP Uttarkashi Sarita Dobhal inspected various landslide zones on the Yamunotri National Highway and reviewed and assessed the safety management today, " posted Uttarkashi Police, Uttarakhand on X. Meanwhile, officials stated that the 24-hour suspension of the Char Dham Yatra has been lifted. The ban was imposed following a heavy rain alert. The Yatra was suspended after a cloudburst near Barkot triggered a massive landslide, killing two workers and leaving seven others missing. Earlier, the Barkot-Yamunotri road in Uttarkashi district, which had been damaged by a landslide, was repaired. However, search operations for the missing individuals are still underway. Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya confirmed to ANI that "repairs have been completed on the washout before Silai Band, and that efforts are ongoing to restore other damaged portions of the road." "The washout that happened due to a cloud burst before Silai Band on the Barkot-Yamunotri road of the district has been repaired and the road has been made smooth, while the work of making the other washout smooth is going on," Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya said. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
India Gazette
2 days ago
- India Gazette
"Traffic movement severely affected, restoration efforts underway": DM on Uttarkashi landslides
Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) [India], July 1 (ANI): Following major landslides in the Silai Band area, Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya on Monday said that traffic movement has been severely affected due to road washouts at multiple locations, but restoration efforts are underway on a war footing. Speaking to ANI, DM Arya said, 'Traffic has been disrupted due to road washout at three places in Silai Band area. Work is being done on a war footing to make the road smooth for traffic.' DM Arya stated that instructions have been issued to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and the Forest Department to construct an alternative route to ensure safe pedestrian movement in the region. 'In view of the washout of the road in the Ojri area, necessary instructions have been given to the ITBP and Forest Department for the construction of an alternative route there, so that safe movement by foot in the affected area can be made smooth movement of vehicles will be restored to Silai Band by tomorrow,' he said. Landslides triggered by heavy rains have been recurring across Uttarkashi district, hampering road connectivity and posing challenges for both locals and tourists. The administration, along with disaster response agencies, has been actively engaged in clearing debris and ensuring essential connectivity is restored swiftly. Uttarkashi DM Prashant Arya inspected the relief and rescue operations, which are underway at the site of the incident. Two workers have died in the incident, and seven people are still missing. Earlier in the day, Uttarkashi Superintendent of Police (SP) Sarita Dobhal inspected the landslide-affected areas along the Yamunotri National Highway and reviewed the safety measures in place to manage the situation. 'SP Uttarkashi Sarita Dobhal inspected various landslide zones on the Yamunotri National Highway and reviewed and assessed the safety management today, ' posted Uttarkashi Police, Uttarakhand on X. Meanwhile, officials stated that the 24-hour suspension of the Char Dham Yatra has been lifted. The ban was imposed following a heavy rain alert. The Yatra was suspended after a cloudburst near Barkot triggered a massive landslide, killing two workers and leaving seven others missing. Earlier, the Barkot-Yamunotri road in Uttarkashi district, which had been damaged by a landslide, was repaired. However, search operations for the missing individuals are still underway. Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya confirmed to ANI that 'repairs have been completed on the washout before Silai Band, and that efforts are ongoing to restore other damaged portions of the road.' 'The washout that happened due to a cloud burst before Silai Band on the Barkot-Yamunotri road of the district has been repaired and the road has been made smooth, while the work of making the other washout smooth is going on,' Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya said. (ANI)
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Each year Yoga day becomes grander than ever": PM Modi on International Yoga Day celebrations in 'Mann Ki Baat'
New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the recent celebrations on the International Yoga Day in which lakhs of people participated from all walks of life. In his address to the nation through the 123rd edition of his monthly radio program 'Mann ki Baat' PM Modi , he said, 'All of you must be filled with the energy of Yoga and memories of International Yoga day. This year too, on June 21, crores of people took part in the international day of Yoga celebrations. It began 10 years ago, over these years, every year this tradition is becoming even more grand than before. This also indicates that more and more people are incorporating yoga in their daily lives.' He spoke about the mesmerising visuals from across the country, including in Visakhapatnam, from where the PM led the largest ever Yoga gathering of three lakh people. 'We saw many mesmerising images of this celebration. In Visakhapatnam, 3 lakh people performed Yoga together on the beach. Another incredible sight from Visakhapatnam was that over 2,000 tribal students performed 108 surya namaskars for 108 minutes. Imagine the discipline needed. A grand display of Yoga was showcased on our naval ships,' PM Modi said. As the golden dawn broke over the spellbinding coastline of Visakhapatnam and the waves of the Bay of Bengal whispered in rhythm, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation and yoga enthusiasts across the world in celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21. The record has officially been recognised by the Guinness Book of World Records. Talking about the celebrations across the country, he mentioned states like Telangana, Jammu and Kashmir, and others in which people participated enthusiastically, including from the armed forces, tribal students, and divyang people. 'In Telangana, 3,000 divyang friends came together for a yoga camp. They showed how Yoga can be a powerful means of empowerment. Connecting Yoga with the resolve of clean Yamuna, people of Delhi performed Yoga on the river banks. In Jammy and Kashmir, at Chenab bridge, at the world's highest railway bridge. ITBP jawans at Himalayas also performed at the snow-capped peaks, showcasing a blend of courage and spiritual discipline' he said. 'People of Gujarat, in Vadnagar also set a new record, when 2,121 people performed bhujangasanas (Cobra pose) together,' he added. The PM also mentioned international participation, across Indian embassies and otherwise. 'New York, London, Tokyo, Paris, pictures of yoga were from every major place in the world. Every image conveyed a special message of peace, satability and balance. This year's theme was also special, Yoga for one earth, for Health. This is not just a slogan, but a direction that resonates the feeling of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' he added. This year's Yoga day theme was 'one earth, one health', the day, recognised by the United Nations aims to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of Yoga. (ANI)
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Abode of Lord Shiva; centre of faith and devotion in every tradition": PM Modi on resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, during his 123rd episode of 'Mann ki Baat', extended his best wishes to all devotees undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra He highlighted the importance of this pilgrimage, noting that Kailash Mansarovar is revered across multiple traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. 'After a long time, the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has had an auspicious re-start. Kailash Mansarovar, that is the abode of Lord Shiva. Kailash is considered the centre of faith and devotion in every tradition; be it Hindu, Buddhist or Jain,' said PM Modi. After a five-year gap, the revered Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Sikkim recommenced on June 20 with the ceremonial flagging off of the first batch of pilgrims by Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur from the Nathula Pass. The batch comprises 33 pilgrims, accompanied by two nodal officers and one doctor from the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), totalling 36 members. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) earlier confirmed that the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, one of the most significant religious pilgrimages for Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and followers of the Bon religion, will resume in 2025. The pilgrimage, suspended since 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and strained relations between India and China, is now being revived amid a larger diplomatic rapprochement between the two nations. Discussions regarding the resumption began at the Special Representatives' meeting in Beijing in December 2024, where India's NSA Ajit Doval met with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi. A follow-up visit by India's Foreign Secretary to Beijing in January 2025 paved the way for this year's planned yatra. Earlier on June 27, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Don Jun, on the sidelines of the SCO Defence Ministers Meeting in Qingdao, China. He said that it is incumbent on two nations to maintain this positive momentum and avoid adding new complexities in bilateral ties. He said that he and General Don Jun had 'constructive and forward-looking exchange of views' on issues related to bilateral ties. Rajnath Singh expressed happiness on the resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. constructive%20and%20forward-looking%20exchange%20of%20views'%20on%20issues%20related%20to%20bilateral%20ties.%20Rajnath%20Singh%20expressed%20happiness%20on%20the%20resumption%20of%20Kailash%20Mansarovar%20Yatra.%20%20https:/ target='_blank'>
India.com
4 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi Hails International Day Of Yoga 2025 As Global Symbol Of Peace And Unity
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the nationwide and global celebrations of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025, calling them a grand and meaningful expression of peace, stability, and balance. Addressing the 123rd episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said Yoga has become an integral part of people's lives, both in India and across the world. "All of you right now must be feeling the energy of Yoga and the memories of the International Day of Yoga. This year, too, on June 21, millions across the country and the world participated in Yoga Day. You must remember that it all began 10 years ago, and every year this tradition is becoming grander than before. This indicates that more and more people are incorporating Yoga into their daily lives," he said. Highlighting some of the most captivating moments from this year's celebrations, the Prime Minister referred to the massive gathering of three lakh people performing Yoga on the beaches of Visakhapatnam. "Another incredible sight from Visakhapatnam, over 2,000 tribal students performed 108 Surya Namaskars for 108 minutes. Imagine how much discipline and dedication they must have had," he remarked. He also praised the unique observances on Indian Naval ships, the participation of over 3,000 specially-abled individuals in Telangana, and the Yoga sessions conducted on the banks of the Yamuna River, which also helped promote the clean Yamuna initiative. "In Jammu and Kashmir, people performed Yoga on the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway bridge. Yoga was also performed by ITBP jawans at the snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas, showcasing a powerful blend of courage and spiritual discipline. The people of Gujarat also created a new history. People of Vadnagar set a new record when 2,121 people performed Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) together," he added. The Prime Minister applauded the global observance of the Yoga Day, noting that cities such as New York, London, Tokyo, and Paris hosted large-scale events. "Every picture of Yoga Day from around the world conveyed a special message of peace, stability and balance," he said. PM Modi also emphasised the significance of this year's theme -- Yoga For One Earth, One Health -- calling it a guiding principle that echoes the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, or "the world is one family". Expressing confidence in the impact of this year's celebrations, the Prime Minister said, "The grandeur of this year's IDY will encourage more and more people to adopt Yoga into their daily lives."
