Gangotri Route Ravaged As Cloudburst Hits Dharali, Bodies Recovered, Villages Washed Away

Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 07:27pm on 05 Aug 2025,Tuesday Weather & Environment

A horrifying cloudburst in Dharali, Uttarkashi, has triggered deadly flash floods, killing at least four people and leaving several others missing or buried under debris. Viral videos show locals running for safety as powerful water currents sweep them away, with one clip capturing a man crawling through slush and rubble. The disaster struck around 1:45 pm, devastating homes, hotels, and markets in high-altitude villages en route to Gangotri. Uttarkashi District Magistrate confirmed the death toll, which may rise. Home Minister Amit Shah has deployed ITBP and NDRF teams for rescue operations. Locals described the destruction as total, with entire villages and marketplaces washed away in minutes.

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