Yes, it is true that a massive rock played a crucial role in protecting the Kedarnath Temple during the devastating 2013 floods.
The Kedarnath Flood of 2013
On June 17, 2013, around 6:40 a.m., the Kedarnath region experienced a catastrophic flood. Waters from the Saraswati River and Chorabari Tal (also known as Gandhi Tal) cascaded down at immense speed. This powerful surge carried with it a huge amount of debris, including silt, smaller rocks, and large boulders.
Amidst this destructive flow, a remarkable event occurred that is widely credited with saving the ancient Kedarnath Temple.
The Protective Boulder
During the peak of the deluge, a huge rock was carried by the raging waters and became lodged directly behind the Kedarnath Temple. This massive boulder acted as a natural barrier, effectively diverting the main force of the floodwaters and debris around the temple structure. By absorbing the direct impact and channeling the destructive flow, the rock protected the temple from the full ravages of the unprecedented flood. Many believe that without this fortuitous intervention, the temple would have sustained far more severe damage, or possibly even been destroyed.
