IllustrationCar carrying Gujarat pilgrims plunges into Bhagirathi river in Uttarakhand, 4 killed, 2 missing
The incident happened near Gangnani on the Gangotri national highway; emergency services including NDRF and SDRF were deployed.
IllustrationThe incident happened near Gangnani on the Gangotri national highway; emergency services including NDRF and SDRF were deployed.
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