At least four people were killed and several others are feared missing after flash floods triggered by torrential rain struck the Kheer Ganga river in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, on Tuesday (August 5, 2025). The disaster severely impacted Dharali village, located 8,600 feet above sea level, where powerful floodwaters swept away homes, hotels, and residents.
Rescue teams have so far retrieved two bodies, while at least 190 people have been rescued, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami confirmed during his visit to the affected area. Operations resumed on Wednesday (August 6, 2025), as teams searched through the debris for survivors and victims.
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Dramatic video footage captured by locals showed torrents of water engulfing buildings and vehicles. According to Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman, 15 people are still missing.
Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for heavy rainfall across Uttarakhand, particularly in hilly regions, raising concerns about further damage and delays in rescue efforts.
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