Dehradun, Sept. 28 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday reviewed the state's disaster management preparedness with senior officials amid heavy rainfall and directed authorities to remain on high alert and closely monitor vulnerable areas.

As per the official release, the Chief Minister directed all District Magistrates and officials of concerned departments to remain on high alert and ensure close monitoring of vulnerable areas. He directed that relief and rescue operations be launched immediately in the event of any emergency and that all possible assistance be provided to affected people.

The Chief Minister also took an update on the trekkers stranded in the Harsil area of Uttarkashi. Officials informed him that...