Rescue operations continue in Uttarakhand’s Dharali and Harsil, with 816 rescued so far. The Army restored communication, repaired infrastructure, and is using helicopters for evacuations. Five dead,

So far, 382 people have been rescued from Harsil, with hundreds more evacuated from surrounding zones. Medical teams are providing on-the-spot treatment, while the state Food and Supply Department is arranging meals for displaced residents.

The frequency of these incidents has triggered concerns about 'anthropogenic factors' as a catalyst for 'natural' disasters