Dehradun, Aug. 7 -- The Uttarakhand Government was focused on ensuring the safety of Char Dham pilgrims and then the Kanwar Yatris. The enormous effort required was put in place and, considering the numbers involved, it was successful except for the Mansa Devi stampede. Sadly, however, the residents of the state faced a major tragedy in Dharali when much of the village was swept away by the flooding of the Khir Ganga River, caused possibly by a cloudburst. Despite the suddenness of the event, the Army and the other disaster management agencies launched rescue efforts almost immediately. Quick decisions were taken at every level on providing relief and support to the affected population. This is indicative of the sophistication in disaster r...