Flash floods caused by heavy rains struck the Kheer Ganga river on Tuesday afternoon, August 5, 2025, killing at least four people and threatening to wash away dozens more in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district.
In Dharali town, which is 8,600 feet above sea level, the floods destroyed hotels and residential structures. Residents captured film of the area's massive water waves rushing through it, engulfing everything in their path, including people and houses.
Heavy rains have triggered flash floods in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, with rescue operations underway in Dharali to locate missing or trapped people.
Multiple agencies, including the Indian Army, ITBP, SDRF, NDRF, and local villagers, are working together and have rescued 130 people so far.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is on the ground overseeing the high-intensity operations, while the IMD has issued heavy rainfall warnings for the state’s hill districts.
12:06 on August 06, 2025
With constant rain, the Ganga's water level rises to a point where it is almost dangerous.
Continuous rainfall has pushed the Ganga’s water level in Haridwar close to the danger mark, Irrigation Department official Vikas Tyagi said. The IMD has issued a state-wide alert, with rain affecting 11 districts. Yesterday, the river level was around 293 (warning level) and has now risen near the danger mark, though it hasn’t crossed it yet.
11:55 on August 06, 2025
A single body was found at the Dharali flood site.
One body has been recovered from the Dharali flood site, while over 130 people have been rescued. Rescue operations resumed this morning under CM Dhami’s supervision.
11:30 on August 06, 2025
130 persons are rescued by the Army, ITBP, SDRF, and NDRF.
Uttarakhand CM inspected the high-intensity rescue operation in Dharali, where 130 people have been saved with the help of the Army, ITBP, SDRF, NDRF, and locals. Despite damaged roads and a bridge, the Dehradun Disaster Operations Station is working round-the-clock to support ongoing search and rescue efforts.
11:00 on August 6, 2025
CM of Uttarakhand is in charge of the rescue and depended upon Uttarkashi.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami reached the Joshiyada helipad in Uttarkashi to assess flash flood-hit areas. He reviewed the high-intensity rescue operation that has saved 130 people, thanked PM Modi for his support, and noted that efforts continue despite damaged roads and bridges, with the Dehradun Disaster Operations Station working round-the-clock.
09:43 on August 06, 2025
150 soldiers, drones, and helicopters are sent by the Indian Army to rescue people in Uttarkashi.
The Indian Army has deployed 150 personnel, led by Col. Harshvardhan of 14 RAJRIF, for rescue and relief in Uttarkashi’s Harsil mudslide. Drones, tracker dogs, and earthmovers are being used for evacuations and supply delivery.
August 06, 2025 09:42
Rescuers in flood-affected Dharali village start their hunt for missing persons
Heavy rain battered Uttarkashi on Wednesday as rescuers searched Dharali village, half of which was ravaged by a cloudburst-triggered flash flood. Four deaths have been confirmed, around 130 people evacuated, and no bodies recovered from the rubble yet. The Indian Army has deployed MI-17 and Chinook helicopters to locate the stranded.
August 06, 2025 05:31
Unfortunate incident, roads blocked in some places”: BJP MP
BJP MP Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah said roads are blocked and rescue teams are en route after a cloudburst triggered flash floods in Uttarkashi’s Harsil area, calling the incident worse than 2013. Haridwar MP Trivendra Singh termed it “tragic,” noting that many lives were saved due to a local fair, while NDRF and SDRF teams are carrying out rescue operations.
04:25 on August 06, 2025
Many areas in Haridwar experience waterlogging as a result of heavy rainfall.
Heavy rain caused severe waterlogging in Haridwar on Tuesday, prompting police to warn people to stay away from the rising Ganga and exercise caution.
03:54 on August 06, 2025
In the lower Harsil area, eight to ten army men were reported missing.
At least 8–10 Army personnel are missing from a camp in lower Harsil, yet troops continue relief work. Army, ITBP, SDRF, and NDRF teams are conducting rescue operations, with three ITBP teams on-site and four NDRF teams on the way.
August 06, 2025 03:52
CM Dhami assures full support to affected people
CM Pushkar Dhami, after returning from Andhra Pradesh, headed to the State Emergency Operation Centre in Dehradun to oversee rescue efforts. He said restoring electricity and communication is a top priority and thanked PM Modi and the Home Minister for assured central support, adding that the government stands firmly with all affected residents.
02:49 on August 06, 2025
As a boulder entered the path, railway services were halted on the Haridwar-Dehradun line.
Northern Railways reported that a boulder fell on the Haridwar-Motichur track on the Haridwar-Dehradun route. Thanks to a protective canopy, no damage or injuries occurred. Restoration work is underway, and traffic will resume soon.
02:25 on August 06, 2025
As a cloudburst causes destruction in Uttarkashi, more than 130 people are saved.
Government officials in Uttarakhand say that more than 130 people have been rescued thus far.
Heavy rainfall is expected throughout the state, particularly in the hill districts, according to the weather service's warnings.
August 06, 2025 02:11
Ancient Shiva temple Kalp Kedar also buried under debris
The ancient Kalp Kedar temple in Uttarkashi was buried under debris from Tuesday’s Kheer Ganga flash flood. Built in the Kature style and resembling Kedarnath Dham, the Shiva temple had previously remained mostly underground, with only its tip visible.
August 06, 2025 01:58
Amid the destruction caused by the rain, three districts proclaim holidays.
The Uttarakhand government has declared a holiday for all anganwadi centers in the Champawat, Pauri, and Udham Singh Nagar districts as well as for classes 1 through 12 due to the state's rain warning and the current crisis scenario in the Uttarkashi district.
01:57 on August 06, 2025
Yogi, Akhilesh, and Mayawati said they are worried about the cloudburst in Uttarakhand and are praying for people.
UP leaders, including CM Yogi Adityanath, expressed concern over the Uttarkashi cloudburst and prayed for the victims’ well-being. Akhilesh Yadav urged rapid rescue efforts, blaming environmental neglect, while BSP chief Mayawati also called for swift relief measures.
August 05, 2025 22:30
NDRF deploys cadaver dogs for Uttarkashi ops
The NDRF is deploying its first-ever cadaver dogs to locate victims of the Uttarakhand cloudburst, with two dogs to be airlifted from Delhi. Three NDRF teams are already on-site, while two more await airlift from Dehradun. Regular sniffer dogs are also being used to detect survivors.
22:17 on August 5, 2025
A 60-year-old eyewitness claims to have never witnessed such a horrifying scene in his life.
Disturbing videos from Dharali show people running and screaming as flash floods triggered by a cloudburst swept through the village, evoking memories of the 2013 Kedarnath and 2021 Rishiganga disasters.