A sudden cloudburst hit Harsil in Uttarkashi on August 5, 2025, causing flash floods and landslides. Four people lost their lives, and 11 Indian Army soldiers are missing.
A sudden cloudburst caused flash floods in the Kheer Ganga river area. The strong water flow damaged more than 20 hotels, 40 houses, and important buildings.
The Indian Army, ITBP, NDRF, and police have rescued over 130 people, including locals and soldiers, even with heavy rain and blocked roads making it hard.
11 Indian Army soldiers are still missing from the Harsil Army camp, where flash floods swept away parts of the riverbank and helipad.
The Indian Air Force has deployed Chinooks, Mi-17s, and Dhruv helicopters for supply drops and evacuations, fighting poor weather and landslides.
With more heavy rain expected, the Uttarakhand government has issued red alerts. Relief work and evacuations are ongoing across the region.