It is learnt that over 150 Kanwarias have been stranded between Gomukh and Gangotri because two bridges were damaged due to heavy rain on Friday in which 80 of them have been brought safely to Gangotri. Rescue operation is on to bring them back. Although district administration claimed that they are safe. However, a rescue team has been sent to evacuate them.
Notably, the distance between Gangotri and Gomukh is 18 kms. They were reportedly stuck at Chidbasa which is nine kms from Gangotri. Meanwhile a temporary bridge is being put into place by the rescue team to evacuate the trapped pilgrims. As per reports received, the process of putting the bridge into use would be completed by Sunday. However, things depend on the intensity of the rains, said those engaged in the work. They said they could not assure whether the road would open during the ongoing season.
Meanwhile, to rescue the stranded, NDRF, Revenue and Forest teams have been rushed.C