Over 150 people in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district are feared to be dead following flash floods that resulted due to bursting of the Nanda Devi glacier.
Besides the 150 persons who are feared to be dead, several others are also reported to be missing.
A part of the Nanda Devi glacier burst at Joshimath in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district on Sunday.
The bursting of the glacier resulted in devastating flash floods.
The glacier burst led to massive flood in the Dhauli Ganga River, causing large-scale devastation.
Over 150 labourers working at a power project in Tapovan-Reni are feared dead.
An avalanche near Tapovan in Uttarakhand has damaged a part of our under construction hydropower project in the region. While rescue operation is on, situation is being monitored continuously with the help of district administration and police.
— NTPC Limited (@ntpclimited) February 7, 2021
Meanwhile, a multi-agency search and rescue operation is underway to trace the missing persons.
The rescue and relief operations are being carried out by the NDRF, ITBP, SDRF and Army.
On the other hand, the Air Force has also been alerted and put on standby.
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is also assisting in the rescue and relief operations.
The ITBP has informed that thus far 9-10 bodies have been recovered.
The ITBP said that the flash flood was reported at 10:45am on Sunday in the Righi Ganga River after a glacier broke.
“It exponentially increased the volume of water. Due to this, the Rishiganga hydro project near Raini village was completely devastated,” the ITBP informed.
“The BRO bridge on Joshimath-Malari highway was also completely washed away. There were six graziers with their livestock and they were also taken away by flash flood,” the ITBP further informed.
When ITBP Jawans gave him new life.#Uttarakhand #Tapovantunnel #Chamoli pic.twitter.com/eoDT5I6jtd
— Shivangi Thakur (@thakur_shivangi) February 7, 2021
Meanwhile, the Indian Army has also joined the rescue and relief operations.
A total of six columns (around 600 personnel) of the Army are moving towards the flood-affected areas.
“Indian Army has deployed choppers and troops for supporting Uttarakhand government and NDRF to tackle the flood. Military station near Rishikesh actively involved in the coordination of rescue and relief operations with local administration. Army headquarters are monitoring the situation,” the Indian Army informed.
Meanwhile, President Ram Nath Kovind while expressing concern said that he is praying for the well-being and safety of people.
President Ram Nath Kovind said, “Deeply worried about the glacier burst near Joshimath, Uttarakhand that caused destruction in the region. Praying for well-being and safety of people. Am confident that rescue and relief operations on ground are progressing well.”
Deeply worried about the glacier burst near Joshimath, Uttarakhand, that caused destruction in the region. Praying for well being and safety of people. Am confident that rescue and relief operations on ground are progressing well.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) February 7, 2021
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— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) February 7, 2021
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that he is constantly monitoring the situation in Uttarakhand.
PM Modi said, “Am constantly monitoring the unfortunate situation in Uttarakhand. India stands with Uttarakhand and the nation prays for everyone’s safety there. Have been continuously speaking to senior authorities and getting updates on NDRF deployment, rescue work and relief operations.”\
Am constantly monitoring the unfortunate situation in Uttarakhand. India stands with Uttarakhand and the nation prays for everyone’s safety there. Have been continuously speaking to senior authorities and getting updates on NDRF deployment, rescue work and relief operations.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 7, 2021
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, “We are committed to help our people in need.”
Our brave ITBP personnel performing rescue operations in Uttarakhand. We are committed to help our people in need. @ITBP_official pic.twitter.com/CYpkZIbp05
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) February 7, 2021
On the other hand, Congress President Sonia Gandhi has also requested all Congress workers and volunteers to help Uttarakhand’s people and authorities in their relief and rescue efforts.
Congress President Smt. Sonia Gandhi requests Congress workers and volunteers to help Uttarakhand’s people and authorities in their relief and rescue efforts, at this hour of tragedy and crisis. pic.twitter.com/ogNYFZ7qsX
— Congress (@INCIndia) February 7, 2021
Meanwhile, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivender Singh Rawat has assured of all possible help for the people stranded in affected areas.
Uttarakhand CM Trivender Singh Rawat has also urged the people not to spread rumours about the situation and also asked them to contact the helpline numbers for emergency.
He also assured that all necessary steps have been taken to handle the situation.
Uttarakhand CM Trivender Singh Rawat said, “I had cancelled all my programs & have reached the affected area for 1st hand assessment of situation. Chamoli district administration is being helped at all levels of the government. There is no cause for panic as of now & I appeal everyone to not believe rumours.”
I had cancelled all my programs & have reached the affected area for 1st hand assessment of situation. Chamoli district administration is being helped at all levels of the government. There is no cause for panic as of now & I appeal everyone to not believe rumours. #Uttarakhand
— Trivendra Singh Rawat (@tsrawatbjp) February 7, 2021
I have spoken to Union Home Secretary and I will be speaking with the Home Minister soon; they have assured all possible help: Uttarakhand CM @tsrawatbjp pic.twitter.com/dDBfC6AhJt
— DD News (@DDNewslive) February 7, 2021
#Uttarakhand: If you are stuck in the affected area, if you need any kind of help, please contact 1070 or 9557444486. Please do not spread rumors.
All necessary steps have been taken to deal with the situation:
CM of Uttarakhand Trivender Singh Rawat— PIB in Uttarakhand (@PIBDehradun) February 7, 2021
Rescue operation underway at the tunnel near Tapovan dam in #Chamoli to rescue trapped people. #Uttarakhand#IndianArmy
(Pic courtesy: @adgpi) pic.twitter.com/p7cRr83UFC— Sunil Deodhar (@Sunil_Deodhar) February 7, 2021
Spoke to UK BJYM Prez Sri @LatwalKundan & Natl Media Co-incharge Kum @The_NehaJoshi on #UttarakhandDisaster@BJYM karyakartas are on spot in Chamoli extending full help to people
If you’re stuck, contact Rahul Pant (9756122039)/Devender Negi (8126232098)
With you, Uttarakhand! pic.twitter.com/cRLUqLHdR1
— Tejasvi Surya (@Tejasvi_Surya) February 7, 2021