Is Kedarnath based on a true story?

Is Kedarnath based on a true story?

The devastating natural disaster in the film is based on the real-life tragedy of the 2013 floods that took place in North India between the 14th and 18th of June. According to a report from the National Institute of Disaster Management, the Kedarnath area was the worst affected region.

Why is Kedarnath famous?

According to Hindu legends, the temple was initially built by Pandavas, and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest Hindu shrines of Shiva. Pandavas were supposed to have pleased Shiva by doing penance in Kedarnath. This temple is the highest among the 12 Jyotirlingas.

How many people died in Uttarakhand floods?

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said 11 deaths were reported on Tuesday in a flood-like situation triggered by heavy rains, taking the toll across the state to 16. Heavy rain has been predicted for the state till Friday.

Will Amit Shah visit Uttarakhand flood affected areas today?

Home Minister Amit Shah will visit the flood affected areas in Uttarakhand today. So far 38 people have died in Uttarakhand due to floods and rains. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the government is making every effort to deal with the disaster caused by excessive rains. But everyone is requested to be patient.

Was missing Rajasthan woman found 19 months after 2013 Uttarakhand floods?

A woman from Rajasthan who had gone missing in the flash floods that hit Uttarakhand in 2013 and was officially declared dead has apparently been found by her husband 19 months after the tragedy.

Is there a disaster management scheme in Uttarakhand?

In the case of Uttarakhand it was seen that the State Disaster Management Authority did not have a scheme so as to curtail the disaster nor were the warnings issued by the meteorology department taken seriously. Response and Relief Measures: