Uttarkashi, November 5, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Four people were killed and three others remain missing after a seven-seater multi-utility vehicle (MUV) plunged into a river near Gangnani Dharamkund on the Gangotri National Highway in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district on Thursday morning.
According to preliminary information, the vehicle lost control around 20 metres beyond Gangnani Dharamkund towards Dabrani before plunging into the river.
Four bodies were recovered from the riverbank, and authorities have begun the process of identifying the deceased. Rescue teams are searching for the three missing occupants, with divers deployed to scan stretches along the river.
The strong current is making the operation difficult. The district administration, police, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and emergency services were mobilised after receiving information about the accident.
Under the directions of District Magistrate Prashant Arya, rescue and relief operations were launched immediately. Medical teams and the disaster management centre have also been placed on alert.
An injured person was being brought up to the road with the assistance of Maneri police to facilitate immediate medical treatment.
Arya is monitoring the situation and has directed officials at the site to expedite rescue efforts and provide all possible assistance. The administration is also working to contact the families of those involved in the accident.
An investigation has been initiated to determine the cause of the accident. Further details are awaited.
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