In a post shared on X, Uttar Pradesh CM said, "The loss of lives in the unfortunate accident that occurred in the Tons River in Dehradun district of Uttarakhand is extremely heartbreaking. My condolences are with the bereaved families."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended his wishes to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on his birthday. PM Modi lauded CM Dhami's efforts towards the all-around development of the state and empowering the youth.
While addressing the event, CM Dhami stressed the continuous floods and landslides being faced by the state since August 5, which have resulted in a massive loss of lives, property and our resources.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday conducted an on-site inspection of Maldevta and Kesarwala areas in Dehradun district, which have been severely affected by heavy rainfall.
On the said information, the rescue team from SDRF Corps Headquarters received information about 200 students being stranded on Tuesday morning and immediately rushed to the spot.
The Prime Minister and Home Minister assured the state of all possible assistance, emphasising that the Central Government stands firmly with Uttarakhand in this hour of crisis.
The Chief Minister also inspected Kesarwala, Maldevta area, where a 100-meter-long road was washed away in Maldevta, Raipur, due to the heavy flow of water triggered by heavy rains in the Sahastradhara area of Dehradun district.
The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) rescued three people after the Chandrabhaga River in Rishikesh district swelled following heavy rains since Tuesday morning, causing water to reach the highway and prompting authorities to urge residents to remain cautious near rivers and streams.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday extended their wishes to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on his birthday, praising his role in accelerating the state's growth under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
According to officials, torrential rains lashed Dehradun on Monday night, causing the Sahastradhara river to overflow. The gushing waters carried debris into the main market area, leading to significant damage to several commercial establishments.
Heavy rainfall lashed Dehradun district on Monday night, causing the Tamsa river to swell and inundate the Tapkeshwar Mahadev temple, one of the city's most prominent shrines. Water entered the temple courtyard and rose to the statue of Hanuman, though the sanctum sanctorum remained safe.