One person is feared dead and several are missing after a cloudburst incident hit Uttarakhand’s Chamoli on Friday night, leading to widespread damage across multiple locations. The incident has resulted
in debris flows affecting local markets, roads, and residential areas.
Heavy debris has entered the Tharali market and surrounding areas of Kotdeep Tehsil, damaging houses and burying several vehicles.
In Sagwad village, a girl is reported to be trapped under debris inside a collapsed building. Additionally, shops in the Chepardon market have suffered structural damage due to the debris flow.
#WATCH | Uttarakhand: Due to a cloudburst in Tharali of Chamoli district, debris has entered houses, the market, and the SDM’s residence. District Magistrate and relief teams have left for the spot. Two people are reported missing: Uttarakhand Disaster Management Secretary Vinod… pic.twitter.com/V2aesFekFf
— ANI (@ANI) August 23, 2025
Speaking about the incident, Chamoli DM Sandeep Tiwari said,”Last night there was a cloud burst incident in Tharali, causing widespread damage to Tharali and the surrounding areas. A woman has been trapped in the debris of her house, and a man has gone missing. There has been a huge loss of property. Administration and other teams are at the spot, and clearance and rescue work is underway…”
#WATCH | Uttarakhand | Chamoli DM Sandeep Tiwari says, “Last night there was a cloud burst incident in Tharali, causing widespread damage to Tharali and the surrounding areas. A woman has been trapped in the debris of her house, and a man has gone missing. There has been a huge… pic.twitter.com/pWzaspRkLT
— ANI (@ANI) August 23, 2025
Meanwhile, the heavy rainfall and resulting debris have led to road blockages, with the Tharali-Gwaldam road closed at Minggadera and the Tharali-Sagwada road also rendered impassable.
In response, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) team has been dispatched from Gauchar to carry out rescue and relief operations.
Chamoli District Magistrate Sandeep Tiwari has confirmed the situation and stated that teams are actively working at the affected sites. Efforts are ongoing to assess the full extent of the damage and ensure the safety of local residents.
VIDEO | Uttarakhand: Heavy rainfall since late evening has caused massive destruction in Chamoli district’s Tharali region. A cloudburst late Friday night buried several vehicles under debris in Radibagad and Chepado.
(Full video available on PTI Videos -… pic.twitter.com/NXF9bkcNmw
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 23, 2025
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Monitoring Situation
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday said in a post on X that he is constant touch with the local administration.
“Late last night, a tragic report of a cloudburst was received in the Tharali area of Chamoli district. The district administration, SDRF, and police have reached the spot and are engaged in relief and rescue operations,” read a post.
“In this regard, I am in constant contact with the local administration and am personally closely monitoring the situation. I pray to God for everyone’s safety,” it added.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami tweets, “Late last night, a tragic report of a cloudburst was received in the Tharali area of Chamoli district. The district administration, SDRF, and police have reached the spot and are engaged in relief and rescue operations. In this regard,… pic.twitter.com/iKoanqSzK6
— ANI (@ANI) August 23, 2025
Several Routes Closed Due To Cloudburst
The following road routes are currently closed due to ongoing issues:
Thal – Munsyari (State Highway) – Closed
Munsyari – Milam (Border Route) – Closed
Dharchula – Tawaghat (National Highway – Border Route) – Closed at Elagad
Ramganga – Thal – Munsyari (National Highway – Border Route) – Closed at 4 locations
Motorists are advised to avoid these routes and follow official advisories.
