The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Uttarakhand, forecasting heavy rain, hailstorms, and snowfall over the next three days. Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Pithoragarh, and Bageshwar are expected to be severely affected, with isolated hail, thunder, and strong winds. District administrations are on high alert, and authorities have advised the public to avoid non-essential travel and adhere to safety guidelines.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, today, March 6, 2025. His itinerary includes performing pooja and darshan at the winter seat of Maa Ganga in Mukhwa and flagging off a trek and bike rally, followed by addressing a public gathering in Harsil. These initiatives aim to promote religious tourism and boost the local economy in Uttarakhand. Additionally, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for the world's second-highest trek routes in the Jadung and Neelapani valleys, enhancing adventure tourism in the region. 

Starting tomorrow, a helicopter service will connect Dehradun to Uttarkashi, enhancing accessibility for tourists and pilgrims visiting the region. This new service is expected to cut travel time significantly and provide a convenient option for visitors to reach popular destinations in Uttarkashi district.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the revered Shri Shakti Temple and Kashi Vishwanath Temple on Wednesday, offering prayers for the development and welfare of both the state and the nation. During the visit, he also participated in the seven-day Shrimad Bhagwat Katha Gyan Yagna held within the temple premises, joining other devotees and listening to the sacred narration while seated on the ground.

Snowfall was reported on Monday in regions such as Kedarnath Dham, including Madmaheshwar, Tungnath, Chandrashila, etc. Additionally, light snowfall was observed in tourist spots like Chopta, Dugalbitta and in Deoriatal. 

The phenomenon extended to Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham, Harshil Valley, and other high-altitude areas of Uttarkashi. Despite the snowfall, road movements remained unaffected at present.