Dozens of people are feared missing after heavy rain caused catastrophic flash floods in Uttarakhand, India. Rescue efforts are ongoing in Dharali, a village in Uttarkashi district, heavily impacted by the deluge. Footage flooding social media shows torrents of water sweeping through residential areas, inundating local establishments.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami confirmed the occurrence of the cloudburst and stated, “We are working to rescue the people,” emphasizing the urgency of the situation. Prashant Arya, the district magistrate, noted that poor connectivity was obstructing communications, complicating the rescue efforts.

Dharali, a popular tourist destination boasting numerous hotels and restaurants, has seen rapid water rise post-cloudburst, prompting the deployment of rescue teams including army personnel. This developing story will continue to unfold as further updates are made available.