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News18
08-08-2025
- News18
Search Operations Continue In Uttarakhand's Dharali Days After Cloudburst, Many Remain Missing
Rescue teams in Uttarakhand continue to work round-the-clock after the Dharali cloudburst, with search operations continuing for those still missing. Search operations for those still missing following the Dharali cloudburst and flash floods continue, even as rescue authorities evacuated close to 400 people in Uttarakhand until Thursday. Many remain missing following the disaster, which claimed the lives of at least five people. Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey told news agency ANI that a total of 382 people had been evacuated and that operations were underway in three directions. 'Yesterday, we evacuated nearly 382 people. Our operation is going on in three directions. We are evacuating pilgrims stranded in Gangotri, who have come from outside the state. We are restoring road connectivity. Third is clearing the debris and looking for the missing people in the worst-affected Dharali," he said. 'The listing of the loss to public and private property was also underway," he said. The rescue and relief operations continue despite unfavourable weather conditions at various places, thus challenging the deployment of Chinook and Mi helicopters. Uttarakhand has been witnessing heavy monsoon-triggered disruptions, especially in its higher-altitude regions, prompting large-scale evacuation and relief operations led by multiple agencies. Two cloudbursts on August 5, one in Dharali and another in the Sukhi Top area near Dharali, caused widespread destruction, with Dharali bearing the brunt. The Maharashtra government is in constant touch with the Uttarakhand administration after 151 tourists from the western state were stranded following the disaster in Dharali. So far, 120 of these tourists have been contacted, and they are reported to be safe at an Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) camp. Maharashtra Chief Secretary Rajesh Kumar spoke to his Uttarakhand counterpart Anand Bardhan, requesting all necessary assistance in locating the remaining 31 tourists and facilitating their return. The state's disaster control room is in continuous coordination with the National Emergency Response Centre, Uttarakhand's State Disaster Management Authority, the District Control Room in Uttarkashi, and other concerned agencies, an official release stated. At least 13 Nepalese nationals were also missing in the cloudburst-affected Dharali in Uttarakhand. The Nepalese missing are from Kushe Rural Municipality of Jajarkot district, a statement from Harishchandra Basnet, chairman of Kukshe Rural Municipality, read. Basnet urged the Nepal government and the Foreign Ministry to immediately make diplomatic initiatives for carrying out speedy and effective search and rescue operations for the missing people. view comments Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: August 08, 2025, 10:54 IST News india Search Operations Continue In Uttarakhand's Dharali Days After Cloudburst, Many Remain Missing Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
27-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
6 dead, over 25 injured in stampede at Haridwar's Mansa Devi Temple
At least six people were killed and over 25 were injured in a stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar on Sunday after a massive crowd gathered along the stairway route of the popular shrine, officials the incident, Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey said, "Six people have died in a stampede after a huge crowd gathered at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar. I am leaving for the spot. A detailed report of the incident is awaited".advertisementThe incident unfolded amid an influx of devotees, reportedly leading to chaos and panic. As soon as information about the stampede came in, police and administrative teams were rushed to the site. Rescue and relief operations are underway. Authorities are in the process of identifying the victims and assessing the cause of the suspected electrocution. Five of the injured people have been shifted to All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS).An eyewitness, who identified himself as Bunty, told India Today TV that the chaos broke out after devotees noticed a current running through a pole near the temple. "There was a pole near the temple where people said they felt an electric current. That's when people started panicking and a stampede followed," he police have ruled out electrocution as the cause of the Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed deep grief over the tragedy. "The news of a stampede at Haridwar's Mansa Devi temple is extremely saddening. SDRF, local police and other rescue teams are on-site and engaged in relief and rescue operations," Dhami posted on X."I am in constant touch with the local administration and closely monitoring the situation. I pray to Mata Rani for the well-being of all devotees," he Minister Narendra Modi also offered his condolences to the affected families and and said that the local administration is assisting those affected. "Deeply saddened by the loss of lives due to a stampede on the route to Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. Condolences to those who lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. The local administration is assisting those affected," the Prime Minister said.- EndsMust Watch
Khaleej Times
27-07-2025
- Khaleej Times
Six killed in stampede at a temple in India's Haridwar
At least six people were killed in a stampede after a large crowd gathered at the Mansa Devi temple in the northern Indian city of Haridwar, ANI reported, citing Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey. Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed the deaths. "I am leaving for the spot. A detailed report of the incident is awaited," the officials said. Visuals from the site showed the injured being rushed to the hospital in ambulances.
Business Recorder
27-07-2025
- Business Recorder
Six killed in stampede at temple in India's Haridwar, ANI reports
At least six people were killed in a stampede after a large crowd gathered at the Mansa Devi temple in the northern Indian city of Haridwar, ANI reported, citing Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey. Three killed, 6 injured in stampede at Indian chariot festival Reuters could not immediately verify the report.
Hindustan Times
27-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Stampede at Haridwar's Mansa Devi temple leaves 6 dead, CM Pushkar Dhami reacts
At least six people died and several others were left seriously injured in a tragic stampede at the revered Mansa Devi Temple in Uttarakhand's Haridwar on Sunday, news agency ANI reported, citing Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar. A stampede occurred at Haridwar's Mansa Devi temple on Sunday.(X) The injured are being rushed to the hospital following the stampede. While what caused the stampede is yet to be ascertained, a large crowd reportedly gathered in the temple due to the holy Shraavana season. Meanwhile, Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami informed that the SDRF and other rescue teams have reached the stampede site, and relief operations are underway. 'SDRF, local police, and other rescue teams have reached the site and are engaged in relief and rescue operations. I am in constant contact with the local administration regarding this matter, and the situation is being closely monitored," Dhami wrote on X. (This is a developing story)
