Heavy rain alert in Uttarakhand

In Uttarakhand, the MeT office predicted heavy rains in the hill districts of Champavat, Almora, Nainital, Tehri and Pauri. Heavy showers may also lash Dehradun and adjoining areas, it said. Thunder squall and hail are also likely at a few places while places located above 3,500 metres may receive light snowfall, MeT Director Vikram Singh said. The weatherman advised people particularly Chardham yatris to maintain caution and not venture out during thunderstorm activity.