A natural tragedy has unfolded in Uttarakhand, where flash floods have devastated Dharali, a scenic stopover near Gangotri. The sudden deluge led to the collapse of homes and hotels, leaving tourists stranded and turning peaceful villages into ruins.

A sudden flash flood tore through Dharali village in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district on Tuesday, sweeping away homes, damaging infrastructure and sparking fears of multiple casualties. Triggered by a cloudburst in the upper reaches of the Kheer Ganga river,