Dehradun, July 19 -- In view of the heavy rainfall being reported across various parts of Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday directed Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan and Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman to closely monitor the situation.

As per the Chief Minister's office, the administration must take immediate action wherever heavy rainfall, landslides, or road blockages occur. He instructed that all relief and rescue teams must remain fully prepared and ensure timely assistance to affected people.

He also directed officials to prioritise the restoration of essential services, including roads, electricity, drinking water, and communication networks, in case of any disruption. Continuous monitoring of ...