Chamoli, Aug. 23 -- The Indian Army's Infantry battalion promptly responded to the devastation caused by the cloudburst in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district on Saturday. Around 50 army personnel were deployed from Rudraprayag to assist in relief operations, according to a statement.

Preliminary reports indicate damage to houses and vehicles in the affected area. One young girl has been reported missing.

Earlier, the district administration had forwarded a written requisition to the Army for assistance.

Additionally, a medical team has been mobilised from Joshimath, and Search & Rescue (SAR) dogs with surveillance drones are being moved to the site to assist in locating survivors and providing relief.

On the intervening night of 22-23 Aug...