🌧️Cloud Burst Hits Uttarkashi’s Barkot Tehsil – 9 worker are missing

🌧️ Cloud Burst Hits Uttarkashi’s Barkot Tehsil

📍 Where & What Happened

A sudden cloud burst struck the Baligarh area in Barkot tehsil, Uttarkashi on the morning of June 29, 2025, following intense rainfall. The torrential downpour and ensuing flash floods blocked key mountain roads and severely damaged an under-construction hotel, where 8–9 workers are currently missing. Search and rescue operations are underway. (aajtak.in)

🚧 Impact & Response

• Roads blocked: Massive landslides on NH‑94 near Yamunotri have halted traffic at two to three locations, with debris and mud obstruction reported. The National Highways department has been alerted to commence clearance.
• Hotel damage & missing workers: The under-construction hotel sustained significant structural damage. Rescue teams including SDRF, NDRF, and local police are actively searching for the missing laborers.

🛠️ Relief Efforts in Progress

• Agencies deployed: SDRF, NDRF, local police, and revenue department teams are all engaged in rescue and relief work. (ndtv.in)
• Infrastructure recovery: Efforts are underway to clear the roads and restore disrupted access.

⚠️ What’s Next

1. Rescue continues for missing workers, with hope for survivors.
2. Road clearance planned soon to resume travel on affected routes.
3. Weather updates expected, as heavy rain may persist in the region—monitor local advisories.

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