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A cloudburst in Tharali, Chamoli district has caused significant damage and casualties. Six injured people were airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh for specialized medical care. Rescue operations continue with multiple agencies searching for one missing person. The district administration has restored basic services while relief work progresses under challenging conditions.

Key Points: Uttarakhand Cloudburst Injures Six Airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh

  • Six injured airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh for advanced medical treatment
  • One person dead and another missing after Tharali cloudburst
  • Debris swept through market damaging SDM residence and burying vehicles
  • NDRF ITBP and SSB teams deployed for ongoing search operations
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Uttarakhand: Six injured in Tharali cloudburst airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh

Six injured in Chamoli cloudburst airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh. One dead, one missing as NDRF and ITBP continue search operations in Tharali.

"I pray to God for everyone's safety - Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Chamoli, August 24

Six people injured in the cloudburst that struck Tharali of Uttarakhand's Chamoli district late Friday night were airlifted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, on Saturday for advanced treatment, officials said.

A team of doctors at the institute is attending to them.

According to officials, the cloudburst in Toonri Gadera of Tharali tehsil left one person dead and another missing, while several others sustained injuries. Debris from the downpour swept into Tharali market and nearby areas, damaging houses, including the Sub-Divisional Magistrate's residence, and burying vehicles and shops.

Rescue teams from NDRF, ITBP and SSB remain deployed in Tharali as the search continues for the missing person.

Chamoli District Magistrate Sandeep Tiwari said electricity and mobile connectivity had been restored in the affected area. "One person has died, and one is missing. Electricity and mobile connectivity have been restored. All facilities are available in the hospital... If it doesn't rain, the situation will soon return to normal. The state government has sent significant aid for relief work, SDRF, NDRF, ITBP, Sashastra Seema Bal are all present here, revenue and police teams are also present here with sufficient force. Relief work is progressing at a good pace. One person is missing, and the search for them is ongoing... Relief camps have also been set up, and all arrangements have been made there," he said.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed grief over the death of a young woman who was buried under debris and prayed for the safety of the missing person.

"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. I am in constant contact with the local administration and am personally closely monitoring the situation. I pray to God for everyone's safety," CM Dhami posted on X.

According to a statement from the CMO, the Chief Minister requested all the public representatives to cooperate with the district administration in relief and rescue operations. Along with this, he also spoke to the local MLA and expected him to stay on the spot and physically inspect the relief and rescue operations.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see they were airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh quickly. The medical infrastructure in Uttarakhand has improved significantly over the years. Hope the missing person is found safe.
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Rohit P
These cloudbursts are nature's warning. We need to stop uncontrolled construction in ecologically sensitive areas. My prayers with the affected families.
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Sarah B
While the response seems good, why does it take a disaster for authorities to restore basic infrastructure? Electricity and connectivity should be more resilient in hilly areas.
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Vikram M
Salute to our rescue teams - NDRF, ITBP, SSB working in difficult conditions. These unsung heroes deserve more recognition and better equipment.
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Michael C
The coordination between different agencies mentioned here is impressive. Hope the relief reaches all affected people promptly. Climate change is making these events more common.

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