Hopes of finding survivors dimmed as it has been almost a week since raging waters and mudslides buried virtually half of Dharali village, besides causing extensive damage to an army camp in Harsil.

A devastating flash flood tore through Dharali village in Uttarkashi district on 5 August, leaving a trail of destruction, unanswered questions, and growing anger over the authorities’ faltering response.

The frequency of these incidents has triggered concerns about 'anthropogenic factors' as a catalyst for 'natural' disasters