Relief and rescue efforts continue in flood-hit Dharali and Harshil, where nearly 400 people were evacuated Wednesday and 75 more rescued so far today, with a target of 300. Uttarkashi DM Prashant Arya said one body has been recovered and 49 people remain missing.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has pledged his one month's salary to support ongoing disaster relief efforts in flood-hit areas of the state. Rescue operations led by the NDRF are underway in Uttarkashi's Dharali and Harshil, with over 270 people rescued so far.
The Health Secretary informed that additional medical teams are fully prepared to send teams as per the requirement in the disaster affected areas. These teams are being immediately sent to the affected areas through heliservice. The Health Department is ensuring that no person is deprived o
Additionally, the Uttarakhand government informed ANI that 274 individuals, stranded in Gangotri and other areas, have been safely evacuated to Harshil. The group comprises 131 people from Gujarat, 123 from Maharashtra, 21 from Madhya Pradesh, 12 from Uttar Pradesh, 6 from Rajasthan, seven f
At least 70 civilians have been rescued as rescue and relief operations continue on a war footing in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, following flash floods and landslides near Harshil and Dharali. According to official inputs, three civilian deaths have been confirmed so far, while over
So far, 15-20 individuals have been safely evacuated, with the injured receiving prompt medical attention at the Indian Army medical facility in Harshil.
The plan to set up a foreign liquor shop at Harshil, Uttarkashi, has been postponed due to local objections. District Magistrate Meherban Singh Bisht confirmed the delay, highlighting concerns from residents of the popular tourist destination.
He extended an open invitation to pilgrims, tourists, corporate professionals, and the film industry to visit Uttarakhand during the winter season. The Prime Minister also branded Uttarakhand's winter tourism as 'Gham Tapo Tourism' (Basking in the Sun Tourism), the release said.
Visuals show posters featuring the Prime Minister being displayed across the area. Additionally, tents were set up to accommodate the expected crowd and provide necessary facilities for the event.