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A devastating cloudburst in Uttarkashi has submerged homes, hotels, and businesses, leaving at least 4 dead and over 50 missing. Videos show the furious force of the water, carrying debris and mud along with it. Emergency teams, including SDRF, NDRF, and the Army, are actively rescuing those trapped.

But this isn’t just nature’s wrath—it’s the result of unplanned construction in the Himalayas, rampant deforestation, and unchecked development along riverbanks. This cloudburst should serve as a wake-up call for rethinking how we approach development in fragile hill areas.

Key Points:

Uttarkashi cloudburst's devastation and impact on the village.

The connection between unplanned construction, deforestation, and disaster risks.

The urgent need to rethink Himalayan development policies.

The role of human intervention in exacerbating natural disasters.

UPSC Insight: This case highlights the importance of geography, disaster management, and the human-environment connection—crucial for UPSC aspirants to understand the science behind cloudbursts and the need for sustainable development in sensitive areas.

What policies do you think India should implement to prevent such Himalayan disasters in the future? Share your thoughts in the comments!

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