Uttarkashi Cloudburst Horror: 4 Dead, Several Missing; PM Modi Speaks With CM Dhami, Rescue On - Visuals

In a flash flood that hit the Dharali area of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, at least four people have lost their lives while several are feared trapped. The incident prompted the authorities to jump into action. Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh Dhami, briefed central leadership on the current situation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reacted to the Uttarkashi cloudburst and, in a post on X, expressed condolences to the people of the affected region. He also informed that he spoke with CM Dhami and added that under the state government's supervision, relief and rescue operations are ongoing.

"I express my condolences to the people affected by this tragedy in Dharali, Uttarkashi. Along with this, I pray for the well-being of all the victims. I have spoken to Chief Minister Pushkar Dhami ji and obtained information about the situation. Under the supervision of the state government, relief and rescue teams are engaged in every possible effort. No stone is being left unturned in assisting the people," the PM posted in Hindi.