Uttarakhand's Rapid Recovery: Rescues, Restorations, and Relief Efforts

Over 1,278 people were rescued after a disaster in Uttarakhand's Dharali. Connectivity has been restored and assistance is being distributed. A committee is assessing further relief and rehabilitation needs. The CM announced the completion of the Limchigad Bailey Bridge, expediting relief efforts and normalizing life for locals.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 11-08-2025 13:32 IST | Created: 11-08-2025 13:32 IST
Uttarakhand's Rapid Recovery: Rescues, Restorations, and Relief Efforts
Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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In a rapid response to the disaster in Uttarakhand's Dharali, approximately 1,278 people have been successfully rescued, reported Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey on Monday. This operation concluded with the restoration of electricity and mobile networks in Gangotri Dham.

Commissioner Pandey confirmed the restoration of the Valley Bridge and expected full road connectivity by evening. Essential supplies, including food and warm clothing, have been delivered. District officials are overseeing the distribution of Rs 5 lakh aid announced by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.

A special three-member committee has been appointed to evaluate relief efforts, with a preliminary report due in a week. Meanwhile, the list of 43 missing people, including 13 locals and 9 army personnel, is being updated as more information surfaces. The newly constructed Bailey Bridge at Limchigad now facilitates relief dispatch and local transit.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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