Cloudburst Disaster in Dharali: Search Continues for Missing as Over 130 Saved | ABP NEWS

On Tuesday, a massive cloudburst struck the village of Dharali near Harsil in Uttarakhand, unleashing a torrent of water and debris that swept through the entire village. The disaster has caused widespread destruction, leaving many residents trapped and in urgent need of rescue. So far, over 130 people have been safely rescued from the rubble by coordinated efforts involving the army, ITBP, NDRF, and SDRF teams. Despite the ongoing rescue operations, several people are still believed to be trapped, prompting authorities to accelerate their efforts to reach those stranded. Although there is currently no rainfall, the weather department has issued a red alert for heavy rain in the region, complicating rescue efforts further. Dharali, once a serene and picturesque village popular among tourists, now echoes with cries for help amidst the destruction. The powerful floodwaters, filled with mud, stones, and uprooted trees, surged through homes and streets, leaving devastation in their wake. Many people had little time to escape as the sudden floodwaters hit with devastating force, destroying buildings and sweeping away everything in their path. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed, but the scale of loss and suffering is immense. Relief and rescue teams continue to work tirelessly to save lives and restore normalcy in this disaster-hit region.