The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand has been temporarily suspended for 24 hours following severe weather warnings. Authorities have halted pilgrims in Rishikesh and other safe locations along the route. The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall across several districts. Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed the suspension, emphasizing close monitoring of the situation.
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