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Uttarakhand avalanche: Amit Shah speaks to CM Dhami, assures swift action as rescue efforts intensify

IndiaTimes Friday, 28 February 2025
Union home minister Amit Shah said he spoke with Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami regarding the rescue of 57 workers trapped in Mana village after an avalanche in Chamoli. He also consulted ITBP and NDRF officials, emphasizing that rescuing those trapped is the top priority. Shah assured that all necessary measures are being taken, with the local administration fully engaged and two NDRF teams en route to assist in the operations.
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News video: Uttarakhand Avalanche: 41 Missing, 16 Rescued In Chamoli | Rescue Operations Underway

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A devastating avalanche struck Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district near Mana village, trapping 57 construction workers under snow. While 16 people have been rescued, 41 remain missing. The avalanche has blocked roads, delaying rescue efforts. ITBP, Army, SDRF, and NDRF teams are working tirelessly to...

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