Lightning Strikes at Chandrashila Peak: Tourists Injured in Sudden Weather Shift

Two tourists were struck by lightning at Chandrashila peak near Tungnath temple. The Rudraprayag District Disaster Management coordinated the rescue involving multiple response teams. The tourists' identities and conditions are yet unconfirmed. The sudden weather change challenged rescue operations, requiring teams to trek from Chopta.

Two tourists were injured after being hit by lightning at Chandrashila peak, located near the Tungnath temple on Friday afternoon, officials confirmed.

The Rudraprayag District Emergency Operation Centre received the alert through local police at around 2:30 p.m., prompting the immediate dispatch of rescue teams.

According to Nandan Singh Rajwar, the District Disaster Management Officer, the rescue included State Disaster Response Force, District Disaster Response Force, and health department teams, facing adverse weather conditions during the operation.