Rudraprayag, July 9 -- Continuous rainfall in Rudraprayag district on Thursday led to rise in water levels of major rivers, including Alaknanda and Mandakini, with the district administration closely monitoring the situation.

However, the water levels of both the rivers remain below the warning and danger marks. Monsoon rains have continued across the district, causing periodic rises and falls in river levels.

The district administration has urged residents and pilgrims to avoid venturing near rivers and streams and to strictly follow the weather advisories issued by the Meteorological Department

The Alaknanda River is currently flowing at 623.153 metres, while its warning level is 626 metres and the danger level is 627 metres. In Rudr...