Uttarakhand is facing a recurring nightmare with the Dharali disaster today, and while the government’s move to provide ₹5 lakh immediate assistance to families who lost loved ones or homes is a welcome step, we must look at the bigger picture. Creating a three-member committee under the Revenue Secretary to draft a long-term blueprint for rehabilitation and sustainable livelihood is exactly what these vulnerable mountain communities need. It’s not just about the money; it’s about ensuring these villages aren't abandoned and that local residents can safely rebuild their lives with a solid policy framework. A one-week deadline for the preliminary report shows urgency. However, the real test will be in the implementation—will this committee actually strengthen Dharali’s future or just be another bureaucratic layer in the face of environmental tragedy? #governance #environment