Dehradun: Tourist swept away while bathing at Sahastradhara waterfall

Dehradun: Tourist swept away while bathing in waterfall at popular tourist spot

Published on: Aug 23, 2026, 22:04:57 IST

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A tourist from Delhi drowned while bathing at the Sahastradhara waterfall here on Sunday, according to the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF).

The water level in rivers and streams across Uttarakhand has surged significantly due to rainfall. (Unsplash/ Representational)

This is the second such death at the popular tourist spot this month.

The SDRF said upon receiving information, a team immediately reached the site and launched a search operation.

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The tourist's body was recovered near the Pandavwala Bridge, approximately 2 km away from the Sahastradhara waterfall.

The deceased has been identified as Nauth Ram (50).

The water level in rivers and streams across Uttarakhand has surged significantly due to rainfall.

Earlier this month, Panipat-resident Neha Arya (25) died at the Sahastradhara after she slipped into the stream, and was swept away by the strong current.

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