Rishikesh/Lucknow: The Sikh holy shrine of Hemkunt Sahib, located on the Badrinath route at an altitude of 15,200 feet in Uttarakhand, was temporarily closed late Wednesday owing to heavy rains in the region, an official said on Thursday.
"The road from the Tayya bridge leading to Hemkunt Sahib is broken at many places owing to heavy rains. Hence we decided to shut the shrine for some time," a state government official said.
He added that the gurdwara employees have come down to Joshimath, about 35 km from Hemkunt Sahib, and would wait for "things to brighten up".
The 'kapaat' (doors) of the holy shrine were shut after offering of 'ardaas' (holy prayers), the official added.
IANS
First Published: Thursday, June 27, 2013, 10:57
