During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Uttarakhand, disaster-affected villagers from Dharali village became deeply emotional upon meeting him at the State Guest House at Jolly Grant Airport.
Dehradun: Villagers from Dharali, affected by the disaster, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the State Guest House at Jolly Grant Airport during his visit to Uttarakhand. These villagers, who lost everything in the devastating calamity on August 5, shared their stories of pain and destruction with the Prime Minister. This meeting was not only emotionally poignant but also brought a message of relief and hope to the disaster victims.
Kameshwaridevi's Heartbreaking Experience
Kameshwaridevi, who lost her young son Akash in this disaster, became so profoundly emotional in front of the Prime Minister that she was unable to speak. Tears streamed continuously from her eyes, and she could only say, "This disaster has taken everything from us. Not only has the family's livelihood been destroyed, but my elder son Akash is also gone."
Kameshwaridevi's plight illustrates that natural disasters not only destroy property but also have a profound impact on human lives and mental well-being.
Painful Stories of Other Affected Individuals
Other affected individuals from Dharali included:
- Village Head Ajay Negi
- BDC Representative Sushil Panwar
- Mahila Mangal Dal President Sunita Devi
Ajay Negi reported that several of his associates, including his cousin, went missing in the disaster. Sushil Panwar shared the pain of losing his younger brother and his entire family. Sunita Devi recounted how her entire livelihood and earnings—her home, homestay, and garden—were razed in an instant. Among those missing in the disaster, only the body of Kameshwaridevi's son, Akash, has been recovered so far. This sequence of events is a testament to the deep and lasting impact natural disasters can have on any community.
Prime Minister Assures Support
Village Head Ajay Negi informed the media that he presented the Prime Minister with a detailed report of the devastation in Dharali village. He appealed to PM Modi for:
- Expediting the rehabilitation process for Dharali
- Arranging for the re-employment of the affected people
- Focusing on waiving agricultural loans
Prime Minister Modi assured the affected individuals that the central and state governments are working together for the rehabilitation and employment of disaster victims. He stated that every possible assistance and relief would be provided to each disaster-affected person.
