Bridge damaged after Tamak drain overflows in Chamoli NEW DELHI: A bridge over the Tamak drain beyond Malari in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district was swept away after the drain overflowed amid a strong water current, disrupting traffic in the area on Monday.No casualties have been reported so far.Police, district administration, SDRF and NDRF teams have been deployed to the spot, while authorities continue to monitor the situation.”There is a Tamak Nala, and a very strong surge of water occurred there this evening at 5.30pm. A Bailey bridge at the site was washed away; BRO officials and staff were present in the immediate vicinity. A BRO vehicle and its driver have gone missing,” news agency ANI quoted Chamoli additional district magistrate (ADM) Vivek Prakash saying.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelines”A search operation is underway, and an SDRF team has been dispatched to the site. About 15 or 16 villages are located on the other side of the bridge; we are making urgent efforts to restore connectivity so that services can be resumed by tomorrow,” he added.Also read: Uttarakhand issues orange alert for four districts; schools closed in Bageshwar todayGet the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosJharkhand Students Storm Assembly Gates Amid Tear Gas, Lathicharge As ED Probe Intensifies Exam RowBihar Man Posed As IAS Officer, Claimed Doval Link; Police Seize Tesla, SUV And Imported Liquor’Mujhe Narendra Naam Se Nafrat Ho Gayi Hai’: PM Modi Interacts With India’s CWG Champions | Watch109 Years Later, MP Man Gets U.K. Response On War Loan ClaimSupriya Sule Says No Politics In PM Modi Meet As NCP-SP MPs Raise Maharashtra’s Key Demands‘Hitting Us On Head, Face’: Police Lathi-Charge Students During Assembly Gherao March In JharkhandModi Govt Going Slow On FCRA Bill To Woo Stalin’s DMK, Sharad Pawar’s NCP-SP For Delimitation?Jharkhand Showdown: Protesters Set To Gherao State Assembly; Demand JSSC-CGL Cancellation, CBI ProbeAgni-4 Missile Fills Crucial Range Gap, Bolsters India’s Strategic Deterrence Against ChinaJNU Cancels Venue For Umar Khalid Book Event: JNUSU Alleges Censorship, ABVP Claims Credit123Photostories”… served non-stop with coconut chutney and a tub of…”: Vicky Kaushal on his go-to me-time meal beyond parathas; recipes inside10 beautiful baby names that mean “blessing from God”Optical illusions and personality test: What you spot first reveals your hidden personality traitsWhat happens when you consume Tulsi leaves daily? Sadhguru and Hansaji on its benefits, traditional uses and what science says7 Teacup dog breeds that are perfect for apartment living in IndiaEnd your day on a calmer note with these 5 simple evening ritualsOne of India’s rarest birds: 5 fascinating facts about the great Indian bustardOTT releases this week (August 10-August 16): ‘Cocktail 2’, ‘Aakhri Sawaal’, ‘Reacher Season 4’, ‘A Child of My Own’ and moreMr Faisu’s luxurious Mumbai home: Dreamy closet, a massive living room, watch collection and moreWalking isn’t ‘just walking’: 6 ways to make your daily walk work harder for your heart, muscles and metabolism123Hot PicksKarnataka cauvery disputeNEET PG city intimation slipUttarakhand rainJharkhand protestDevendra Nath MahtoAP EAMCET seat allotmentBrown University ScholarshipAtiq Ahmed sonAssam floodsTop TrendingAhmedabad Rape CaseSurat PG Medical Student SuicideEthanol BlendingTN Cauvery Water DisputeAtiq Ahmed SonHyderabad Hit and Run CaseAssam Floods DeathsAbhijeet DipkeTarun TejpalShakeel Noorani
NEW DELHI: A bridge over the Tamak drain beyond Malari in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district was swept away after the drain overflowed amid a strong water current, disrupting traffic in the area on Monday.No casualties have been reported so far.Police, district administration, SDRF and NDRF teams have been deployed to the spot, while authorities continue to monitor the situation.“There is a Tamak Nala, and a very strong surge of water occurred there this evening at 5.30pm. A Bailey bridge at the site was washed away; BRO officials and staff were present in the immediate vicinity. A BRO vehicle and its driver have gone missing,” news agency ANI quoted Chamoli additional district magistrate (ADM) Vivek Prakash saying.
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“A search operation is underway, and an SDRF team has been dispatched to the site. About 15 or 16 villages are located on the other side of the bridge; we are making urgent efforts to restore connectivity so that services can be resumed by tomorrow,” he added.Also read: Uttarakhand issues orange alert for four districts; schools closed in Bageshwar today
