Current Affairs - Environment - Discussion

Dharali Village in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, was the epicentre of a devastating flash flood triggered by a cloudburst in the upper catchment area of the Kheer Ganga river. The sudden surge of water caused widespread destruction, sweeping away homes, shops, roads, and damaging infrastructure critical to both residents and pilgrims travelling to Gangotri Dham. Rescue operations were swiftly launched by SDRF and the Army, though several individuals were feared trapped under debris. The incident not only caused severe property damage but also highlighted the vulnerability of Himalayan settlements to extreme weather events, with continued heavy rainfall posing further risks.