4 bodies have been recovered after an Innova car lost control and plunged into a river near Dabrani on Uttarakhand’s Gangotri National Highway, officials said. The accident occurred about 20 meters ahead of Gangnani Dharmakund, toward Dabrani.
District Magistrate Prashant Arya ordered the immediate mobilisation of relief and rescue teams after the administration received information about the crash. Local police, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and 108 emergency services reached the location.
Search operation continues
Rescue teams recovered the bodies from the riverbank. Water police and divers are continuing an extensive search because strong currents may be hampering efforts to determine whether other people were travelling in the vehicle.
The administration is monitoring the operation and has directed personnel at the site to provide immediate assistance and speed up the rescue work. The Disaster Management Center and medical teams have been placed on high alert.
Medical personnel are prepared to provide first aid and arrange hospital transport if survivors are rescued. Officials are also working to contact the families of those involved.
Investigation underway
An investigation into the cause of the accident is underway. The available information does not state how many people were travelling in the Innova or whether any survivors have been found.
Conclusion
4 bodies have been recovered after the vehicle plunged into the river near Dabrani. Rescue teams, including divers and water police, are continuing the search amid strong currents, while the administration coordinates medical support and family contact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the accident happen?
The accident occurred near Dabrani on the Gangotri National Highway, about 20 meters ahead of Gangnani Dharmakund.
Q. What type of vehicle was involved?
An Innova car was involved in the accident.
Q. How many bodies have been recovered?
Rescue teams have recovered the bodies of 4 individuals from the riverbank.
Q. Is the search operation still continuing?
Yes. Water police and divers are searching the area amid strong river currents.
Q. Which teams responded to the accident?
Local police, SDRF and 108 emergency services responded, with water police and divers involved in the search.
Q. Has the cause of the accident been established?
No. An investigation into the cause of the accident is underway.
