Uttarkashi&rsquo;s flood and landslide-hit zones of Dharali and Harsil remain under intense rescue efforts, with the Indian Army confirming that over 357 civilians have been saved so far under Operation Dharali. Of these, 119 were airlifted to Dehradun, while 13 Army personnel were also evacuated.
Tragically, two civilian deaths have been reported, while eight soldiers from 14 RAJ RIF and around 100 civilians are still unaccounted for.
Despite dangerous terrain and extensive infrastructure damage, the Army in coordination with the&nbsp;Indian Air Force, NDRF, SDRF, ITBP, BRO, and civil administration continues rescue and relief operations at full throttle.
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Key efforts include:
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68 helicopter sorties on August 7 (IAF: 6, Army: 7, Civil: 55)
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Ongoing Bailey Bridge construction at Limchigad, expected by tonight
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Heli-bridging between Dehradun, Harsil, Matli, and Dharasu ALG
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Deployment of specialist rescue teams, medical personnel, and SAR dogs
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Communication Control Room with satellite connectivity in Harsil
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Medical teams, including doctors and combat medics, are attending to evacuees both on-site and during transit. Meanwhile, BSNL and Airtel are working to restore public communication networks.
Senior Army commanders are on the ground, ensuring coordination and swift action. The Army reaffirmed its commitment to continue round-the-clock rescue and relief until every missing person is accounted for.
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Army’s ‘Op Dharali’ Rescues 350+ in Uttarkashi

8 soldiers, 100 civilians still missing as multi-agency rescue ops push ahead

Army’s ‘Op Dharali’ Rescues 350+ in Uttarkashi

8 soldiers, 100 civilians still missing as multi-agency rescue ops push ahead

August 8, 2025 | 17:00 IST