Thirteen Nepalis rescued from flood-hit Dharali area in Uttarakhand

Summary

Thirteen Nepalis have been rescued from flood-hit Dharali area in Uttarakhand following severe floods and landslides, while rescue operations continue for missing persons.

Key Points
  • Thirteen Nepalis were rescued from the flood-hit Dharali area in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand.
  • Rescue efforts involve the Indian Army, police, NDRF, SDRF, and other agencies, with coordination from the Nepali embassy.
  • Heavy rainfall triggered floods and landslides on Tuesday, destroying much of the Dharali market and surrounding infrastructure.
  • At least 50 people remain missing, with search and rescue operations ongoing including helicopter evacuations.
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