Evacuation of pilgrims underway in disaster-hit Uttarkashi, 6 more rescued safely

The evacuation of pilgrims from the areas around Dharali Village, which was hit by disaster, continued on Friday, August 8, 2025, and the authorities Gangotri National Highway and several rural motorized roads were damaged at many points.

According to an official, he said six people have been brought safely to ITBP’s dull helicopter track since morning.

In the quest, the advanced equipment required to scan from the debris mound in Dharali is flying with the help of IAF’s Chinook and Mi-17 helicopters and Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Authority.

Authorities, food supplies were sent to the affected areas in helicopters, he said.

The NDRF official said that when the roads were violated at various points, it was supported by pusing air.

Prime Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has been camping in the region center in Uttarkashi for the last few days to closely follow the ongoing rescue operations.

In a letter on Facebook, “This morning Uttarkashi’de Dharali’de ongoing aid and rescue operations examined.” He said. With the help of Heli Seva, Mi-17 and Chinook helicopters, rescue operations have been carried out on the basis of a war since morning and people have been brought back safely.

The authorities were given the necessary instructions for the restoration of roads, communication, electricity and food supply. “We are trying to safely evacuate all affected people and restore normal life as soon as possible,” he said.

The authority added that the central government has provided full cooperation for rescue efforts.