Five deaths are confirmed, and 59 people are missing. 274 tourists were rescued. Special forces, medical teams, and equipment are deployed, with focus on restoring communication and clearing debris.

DEHRADUN: The recent devastating deluge in Uttarakhand's Dharali village, which caused widespread destruction, may not have been triggered by a cloudburst, according to meteorological data and scientific experts.

According to the latest update from the Army, road access was severely disrupted at Bartwari, Linchigad, near Harsil, Gangrani & Dharali and restoration efforts are underway.