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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is personally monitoring the relief operations following a devastating cloudburst in Tharali. The disaster caused flash floods and created an artificial lake in Syan Chatti that officials are working to drain. Emergency teams have been deployed for rescue operations and have already restored electricity to affected villages. The state administration remains on high alert to ensure public safety during this natural calamity.

Key Points: CM Dhami Reviews Tharali Cloudburst Rescue Uttarakhand Flood Relief

  • Cloudburst occurred in Tharali Chamoli district late on August 22-23
  • CM Dhami reviewed damage and relief from Dehradun operations center
  • Uttarkashi admin draining artificial lake formed on Yamuna River
  • Electricity restored in Chepadon village after disruption from disaster
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Uttarakhand CM reviews rescue, relief efforts in Tharali

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami monitors Tharali cloudburst rescue and Syan Chatti lake drainage efforts. Power restored in Chepadon village after flash floods.

"I am in constant contact with the local administration and am personally closely monitoring the situation. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, August 24

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday evening reviewed the ongoing rescue and relief efforts after a cloudburst caused flash floods in Tharali, Chamoli, from the Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), Dehradun.

The Chief Minister reviewed the damage caused by the cloud burst in Tharali of Chamoli district and the ongoing relief work there with senior state officials at the State Emergency Operations Centre, Dehradun.

Along with this, the Chief Minister also reviewed the situation at the artificial lake built on the Yamuna at Syan Chatti in Uttarkashi.

On the intervening night of 22-23 August (approximately 1 AM to 2 AM), a cloudburst occurred at Tharali, located about 75 km southeast of Rudraprayag in Chamoli District, Uttarakhand.

"Late last night, a tragic report of a cloudburst was received in the Tharali area of Chamoli district. The district administration, SDRF, and police have reached the spot and are engaged in relief and rescue operations. In this regard, I am in constant contact with the local administration and am personally closely monitoring the situation. I pray to God for everyone's safety," the Chief Minister said on X.

Uttarkashi district administration is working tirelessly to open the temporary lake formed in Syanachatti due to debris blocking the Yamuna River.

The efforts are led by District Magistrate Arya, who has assured residents that the lake will be drained soon and all necessary safety measures are being taken.

The water level of the lake decreased by about 2 feet earlier today, indicating progress in the drainage efforts.

Meanwhile, electricity supply in Chepadon village, located in Tharali Tehsil, of Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, was badly disrupted due to the cloudburst disaster in Tharali Tehsil last night.

The Narayanbagh team of the Chamoli Electricity Department successfully restored electricity supply in the village today after a lot of hard work and continuous efforts amidst adverse conditions and a difficult terrain.

- ANI

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Priya S
The electricity department workers deserve special appreciation! Working in difficult terrain to restore power is no easy task. Salute to their dedication âš¡
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Aman W
While I appreciate the relief efforts, I hope the government also focuses on long-term solutions. Cloudbursts are becoming frequent in Himalayan states - need better early warning systems and infrastructure.
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Sarah B
The formation of artificial lakes due to debris is really dangerous. Glad to hear the water level is decreasing. Hope the drainage continues smoothly without causing downstream flooding.
Vikram M
My relatives live in Chamoli district. They said the administration responded quickly despite the challenging conditions. Thank you to all rescue teams working through the night! 🇮🇳
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Nisha Z
Cloudburst at 1-2 AM is terrifying! People must have been sleeping when it happened. Thank God the administration reached quickly. Hope no lives were lost.

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