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Dehradun: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to land in Dehradun this Thursday evening to personally inspect the damage caused by relentless monsoon rains across Uttarakhand.
Torrential rain, cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides have battered almost every district in recent weeks, leaving towns and villages cut off, infrastructure destroyed, and thousands of people affected.
Prime Minister will conduct an aerial survey of the worst-hit flood zones
Around 4:15 p.m., the Prime Minister will conduct an aerial survey of the worst-hit flood zones to gauge the extent of the devastation from above. This will offer him a clearer view of damaged roads, washed bridges, and affected settlements.
Following the aerial tour, at 5 p.m., he will chair a high-level meeting with state and central government officials. At this meeting, senior officers will present current relief efforts and plan rehabilitation strategies going forward.
security arrangements have been put in place
Officials say elaborate security arrangements have been put in place across Dehradun and impacted districts to ensure the PM’s visit proceeds smoothly. Local administrations, police forces, and disaster response teams are prepared for any eventuality. The Prime Minister’s visit is meant to raise morale among those affected and bring national attention to the scale of loss the state has suffered. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami took the stock of all the arrangements for PM's visit.
Multiple natural disasters this monsoon
Uttarakhand has faced repeated natural disasters during this monsoon season. The state has observed multiple cloudbursts, especially in remote hilly areas, causing flash floods. Landslides have damaged roads, homes, power lines, and schools. Several lives have been lost, hundreds hurt, and many remain missing. The disruption to daily life has been significant — power cuts, disrupted water supplies, and blocked roads have hampered rescue work.
Estimated loss is over Rs 5000 crore
Government sources estimate the economic loss due to monsoon damage will cross Rs 5,000 crore. Nearly all sectors — transportation, health, education, and housing — have taken a hit. Rescue agencies, including NDRF and SDRF, alongside state disaster teams, have been working round the clock to reach affected areas. In many locations, temporary shelters have been set up and relief materials have been distributed.
A central team has been touring Uttarakhand to assess the loss
A central inter-ministerial team has already been touring Uttarakhand to assess damage and coordinate relief. Officials aim to fast-track funds and support following damage assessment reports. There has been demand for long-term infrastructure strengthening, better early warning systems, and improved drainage in flood-prone areas.
Highlanders are hopeful with this PM’s visit
Residents of remote and hilly districts hope that with the Prime Minister's visit, there will be concrete action to rebuild roads, repair damaged infrastructure, and assist families who lost homes or livelihoods. Local leaders believe this visit could mark a turning point, prompting quicker relief and higher accountability.
