PM Modi Meets Uttarakhand MPs to Address Uttarkashi Cloudburst Crisis

August 6, 2025

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Uttarakhand Members of Parliament (MPs) on Wednesday to assess the aftermath of twin cloudbursts that struck the Dharali region of Uttarkashi, causing widespread devastation.

The discussion, held at Parliament House, focused on the ongoing rescue efforts and the urgent needs of the affected communities.

PM Modi Reviews Relief Operations

During the meeting, MPs Anil Baluni (Garhwal), Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah (Tehri Garhwal), Trivendra Singh Rawat, and Ajay Bhatt briefed the Prime Minister on the ground situation in Uttarkashi.

They highlighted the scale of destruction caused by the cloudbursts, which triggered flash floods and landslides, severely disrupting connectivity and livelihoods.

PM Modi expressed deep concern over the crisis and emphasized the need for continuous monitoring of relief and rescue operations. He assured the MPs that both the Central and State governments are fully committed to supporting the affected regions.

Directive to Support Affected Communities

The Prime Minister urged the MPs to maintain close contact with their constituencies, ensuring that all possible assistance reaches those impacted by the heavy rainfall and landslides. “The Central Government stands firmly with the people of Uttarkashi, particularly those in Dharali,” PM Modi reportedly said, as conveyed by MP Anil Baluni in a post on X. He stressed the importance of coordinated efforts to provide immediate relief and ensure the safety of residents in rain- and landslide-affected areas.

Scale of Devastation in Uttarkashi

Tehri Garhwal MP Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah described the situation as “heart-wrenching,” noting the extensive damage caused by relentless heavy rainfall across Uttarakhand. “The destruction is immense, and rescue operations are being carried out under extremely challenging conditions,” she told IANS.

The cloudbursts have damaged infrastructure, homes, and roads, leaving many communities stranded and in need of urgent aid.

Central and State Governments Mobilize Resources

Rajya Sabha member Mahendra Bhatt expressed confidence in the Central Government’s support, stating that PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah are closely monitoring the crisis. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and Army units have been deployed to conduct swift rescue and relief operations.

Health teams are also stationed in the affected areas to provide medical assistance. Bhatt emphasized that the Central Government is extending comprehensive support to Uttarakhand to aid recovery efforts and mitigate the impact of the disaster.

Ongoing Commitment to Recovery

In his X post, MP Anil Baluni underscored the Prime Minister’s personal oversight of the situation, noting that all agencies are working with utmost urgency on relief, rescue, and rehabilitation.

The Central Government has pledged to provide every possible resource to help Uttarakhand recover from this calamity.

As heavy rainfall continues to pose challenges across the state, the focus remains on restoring normalcy and ensuring the safety of all affected residents.