Uttarakhand: 43 people still missing in Dharali flash floods, says govt in first official note

Following the devastating flash flood in Dharali on August 5th, officials report 43 people still missing amidst warnings of more heavy rainfall in Uttarkashi until August 15th, potentially hindering search and relief efforts. A joint task force is navigating unstable terrain to find those trapped, while road repairs are underway despite weather challenges.
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