Mudslide Havoc in Uttarakhand’s Dharali: Army Steps Up Rescue Ops, 70 Civilians Rescued, Tourists Stranded in Gangotri
Dharali (Uttarkashi) | 7 August 2025
Rescue and relief operations have been intensified in Dharali and surrounding areas of Uttarkashi district, after massive mudslides and flash floods disrupted road access and stranded hundreds in the region.
According to the latest update from defence sources, over 225 Indian Army personnel, including engineers, medics, and rescue teams, have been deployed on ground.
The road connectivity remains severely disrupted at Bartwari, Linchigad, near Harsil, Gangrani, and Dharali, as relentless weather and landslides continue to hamper accessibility.
The military helipad at Harsil and the civil helipad at Nelong are currently operational, aiding in aerial evacuations.
However, the civil helipad at Dharali remains non-functional, buried under a thick layer of mud and debris.
In a significant move, a Search Radar team has been deployed at Tekla to detect signals and movements under the mud, amid fears of people still being trapped. Search and rescue dogs have also been pressed into service.
So far, over 70 civilians have been rescued, while evacuation efforts are underway to airlift the critically injured to Dehradun and AIIMS Rishikesh for urgent medical care.
Meanwhile, around 200 tourists stranded at Gangotri are being provided with food and first aid by the Army and civil administration.
The operation is being led by units under Surya Command and Uttar Bharat Area with a clear message: #WeCare, #NationFirst.
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Mentions: @DefenceMinIndia @suryacommand @UBArea_IA
