Dehradun, Sept. 6 -- A central team will visit Uttarakhand to assess the damage caused by heavy rains in the state, a senior official said on Saturday.

Uttarakhand Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman said the state government officials will present an overview of the state and disaster losses before the team begins field visits.

"Most people will arrive by September 7 and start work on the morning of September 8. Initially, we'll present an overview of our state and disaster losses. Next, they'll visit cities, fields, and speak with victims and residents. After this, officials from each district will present an overview of losses, including data and documentary evidence on social and financial impacts, effects on income, and...