Keylong/Shimla(HP), Oct. 15 -- The Superintendent of Police, Lahaul and Spiti, Shivani Mehla, IPS, has issued an order restricting both locals and tourists from venturing near or into the Chandra River and adjoining rivulets in the district in view of increasing risks to tourist safety along icy riverbanks and rivulets.
The restriction specifically covers the stretch between Koksar and Tandi Sangam (Keylong), as well as Athargu Bridge to Sumdo (Kaza).
The order, issued under Section 111 of the Himachal Pradesh Police Act, 2007, cites the onset of winter and accumulating snow as major hazards making riverbanks slippery and unstable.
The water flow has become colder and more turbulent, posing serious threats to those attempting to take pho...