Heavy rain hit Uttarkashi in Uttarakhand. A sudden cloudburst took place in the lower Harsil area. The rain came fast and strong. It caused floods and landslides. The water damaged homes, roads, and camps.

Reports say at least eight Army soldiers are missing from their camp in lower Harsil. The flood came so quickly that there was no time to move. The camp area was badly affected. Army teams are now searching for their missing members.

In other areas of Uttarkashi, more than 50 people are missing. These include locals and tourists. The water swept away houses, cars, and shops. Rescue teams are working all day and night.

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) rescued 37 people from flood-hit areas. They used ropes, boats, and vehicles. Many people were trapped on rooftops or in damaged houses. ITBP teams carried them to safer places.

The weather in Uttarakhand has been bad for many days. Continuous rain has made rivers swell. Mountain slopes are sliding down. Roads are blocked in many places. Some bridges are also damaged.

Local people say the rain was like nothing they had seen before. It came suddenly, with strong wind and thunder. Within minutes, water was everywhere.

The government has sent disaster relief teams. NDRF and SDRF teams are in action. Helicopters are ready for air rescue if the weather allows. Food, water, and blankets are being sent to shelters.

Hospitals in the area are on alert. Doctors are treating people hurt in the floods. Some have injuries from debris and stones. Others are weak because they stayed without food and water for hours.

Many families are searching for their loved ones. Some cannot contact them because the phone network is down. Roads are blocked, making it hard for rescue teams to reach remote villages.

Officials are asking people to stay away from riverbanks. They warn that water levels may rise again if rain continues. Schools and markets in the area are closed for now.

Rescue work is difficult because the rain has not stopped. Mud and stones are blocking the way. Some areas can only be reached on foot. Still, rescue teams are trying to save as many people as they can.

In Harsil, the Army is clearing debris from their camp. They are also helping villagers nearby. Army officials say they will not stop searching until every missing soldier is found.

The Chief Minister of Uttarakhand said the government is doing everything possible. He spoke with Army and ITBP leaders. He also asked the weather department for updates so they can plan better rescue steps.

The cloudburst has shocked many in Uttarakhand. This area often sees heavy rain in monsoon, but sudden cloudbursts bring massive damage in a short time. Experts say climate change may be making such events more common.

People rescued by ITBP thanked the soldiers for saving their lives. Some had been waiting for more than 12 hours without help. They said the flood water was cold and strong, and they feared they would be swept away.

As the rescue continues, prayers are being offered for the missing soldiers and civilians. Many in Uttarkashi are helping each other. Neighbors are sharing food and shelter with those who lost their homes.

For now, the focus is on saving lives. Once the rain stops, teams will start repairing roads and buildings. It will take time for the area to recover from this disaster.

The Uttarkashi cloudburst has shown how quickly nature can change. In just a few minutes, normal life turned into a struggle for survival. People here will remember this night for a long time.