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Uttarakhand flash flood swallows entire Dharali village | In pics

A video of the flash flood has emerged on social media, showing a torrent of water rushing down. People could be heard screaming in panic.

Moneycontrol City Desk | August 05, 2025 / 17:10 IST
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A cloudburst triggered a massive flash flood in Uttarkashi's Dharali village, wiping out houses and cattle on Tuesday. Rescue operations are underway. (Photo: X)
A cloudburst triggered a massive flash flood in Uttarkashi's Dharali village, wiping out houses and cattle on Tuesday. Rescue operations are underway. (Photo: X)
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A video of the flash flood has emerged on social media, showing a torrent of water rushing down. People could be heard screaming in panic. (Photo: X)
A video of the flash flood has emerged on social media, showing a torrent of water rushing down. People could be heard screaming in panic. (Photo: X)
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The flood caused significant damage to properties, and there are reports of people trapped under debris. Another video captured the raging waters consuming homes and toppling buildings. (Photo: X)
The flood caused significant damage to properties, and there are reports of people trapped under debris. Another video captured the raging waters consuming homes and toppling buildings. (Photo: X)
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Residents were heard screaming in fear for their safety as they witnessed these horrific scenes unfold before their eyes. (Photo: X)
Residents were heard screaming in fear for their safety as they witnessed these horrific scenes unfold before their eyes. (Photo: X)
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Army’s Central Command stated that Troops of the Ibex Brigade were immediately mobilised and have reached the affected site to assess the situation and undertake rescue operations. “Extent of damage is being ascertained and updates will follow as relief operations unfold”, the Army’s Central Command said in a statement. (Photo: X)
Army’s Central Command stated that Troops of the Ibex Brigade were immediately mobilised and have reached the affected site to assess the situation and undertake rescue operations. “Extent of damage is being ascertained and updates will follow as relief operations unfold”, the Army’s Central Command said in a statement. (Photo: X)
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Additionally, Uttarkashi Police said, “In Uttarkashi, due to the rising water level of Kheer Gadh in the Harsil area, reports of damage in Dharali have prompted police, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), army, and other disaster response teams to engage in relief and rescue operations at the site.” (Photo: X)
Additionally, Uttarkashi Police said, “In Uttarkashi, due to the rising water level of Kheer Gadh in the Harsil area, reports of damage in Dharali have prompted police, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), army, and other disaster response teams to engage in relief and rescue operations at the site.” (Photo: X)
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Several individuals could be buried under the debris, reported PTI. Around 20-25 hotels and homestays may have been washed away, too. (Photo: X)
Several individuals could be buried under the debris, reported PTI. Around 20-25 hotels and homestays may have been washed away, too. (Photo: X)
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Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, and all necessary measures are being taken to ensure the safety and well-being of the affected population. (Photo: X)
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, and all necessary measures are being taken to ensure the safety and well-being of the affected population. (Photo: X)

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