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Uttarakhand's air operations remain stalled due to poor weather over Matli helipad. CM Dhami confirms the rescue of 1000+ pilgrims and devotees post-flash floods. The Badrinath Highway is blocked by debris, hampering relief efforts. Authorities are deploying Bailey bridges and emergency medical support in affected areas.

Key Points: Uttarakhand Awaits Clear Weather to Resume Dharali Harsil Air Ops

  • Badrinath Highway blocked by debris near Bajpur Chada
  • Over 800 civilians rescued by Army and NDRF
  • 28 ambulances stationed in Dharali for emergencies
  • CM Dhami announces 6-month ration aid for affected families
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Uttarakhand: Administration awaits clear weather to resume air operations to Dharali, Harsil

Uttarakhand administration holds air operations due to bad weather as CM Dhami confirms 1000+ rescues after flash floods in Dharali and Harsil.

"More than 1000 people have been rescued... All the injured have been shifted to hospitals. - CM Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Uttarkashi, August 10

The administration in Uttarkashi is waiting for the weather to clear, as dark clouds and fog over Matli helipad have delayed air operations to the disaster-affected areas of Dharali and Harsil.

Meanwhile, the Badrinath National Highway has been blocked by debris near Bajpur Chada in the Kotwali Chamoli area.

https://x.com/chamolipolice/status/1954387428300501258

In a post on X, Chamoli Police shared, "The Badrinath National Highway is blocked due to debris near Bajpur Chada under Kotwali Chamoli area."

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has said that more than 1,000 people, including devotees and pilgrims from across the country, have been rescued after the recent flash floods and mudslides in the Uttarkashi district.

Speaking to ANI on Saturday, CM Dhami asserted, "More than 1000 people have been rescued. All the devotees and pilgrims from all across the country, who were stuck there, have been rescued... All the injured people have been shifted to hospitals. Connectivity was completely destroyed in Harsil. It was restored there yesterday. A Bailey bridge will be installed by evening near Lachi Gad, which will help reconstruct roads till Harsil."

He added, "We have decided to provide affected families with rations for the next six months... A three-member committee is being formed under the chairmanship of the Revenue Secretary... They will see how the affected family can be rehabilitated and the extent of the loss incurred... We will also provide a relief package to those in need."

On Saturday, CM Dhami met state Governor Lieutenant General (Retd.) Gurmit Singh at Raj Bhavan in Dehradun to discuss ongoing relief work in Uttarkashi's Dharali and Harsil.

In a post on X, Dhami wrote, "I met the Honourable Governor @LtGenGurmit (Retd.) at Raj Bhavan. During this, we discussed the ongoing disaster relief operations in Dhrali and Harsil and the rehabilitation of the affected people."

Uttarakhand Health Secretary R Rajesh Kumar said that doctors were treating patients in Dharali and that 28 ambulances had been stationed in the area for emergencies.

According to an official release, the Indian Army, ITBP, NDRF, and SDRF have rescued 816 civilians in Dharali and Harsil since the disaster struck.

- ANI

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Priya S
My heart goes out to all affected families. The 6-month ration support is a good initiative but hope they also get proper shelter before winter arrives. Uttarakhand winters can be brutal ❄️
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Arjun K
Salute to our Army, ITBP and disaster response teams! They're the real heroes working in such dangerous conditions. Hope weather clears soon for air operations 🚁
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Sarah B
I was supposed to visit Harsil next month. Should I cancel my trip? Does anyone know how long it will take to restore normalcy in the region?
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Vikram M
The Bailey bridge installation is crucial! This shows how important temporary connectivity is during disasters. Hope they can rebuild permanent roads soon. Jai Uttarakhand! 🙏
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Kavya N
Why aren't we hearing more about the environmental factors causing these disasters? Uncontrolled construction and deforestation in hills must stop! Nature is giving us warnings 🌍
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Michael C
The coordination between different agencies (Army, ITBP, NDRF) is impressive. India's disaster response has improved significantly compared to past decades.

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