CM Dhami Orders Intense Search for Missing Tehri Woman
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami directs police to intensify efforts to find missing Reshma Devi from Tehri Garhwal.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has stepped in to fast-track the investigation into the disappearance of Reshma Devi, a resident of the Pratapnagar area in Tehri Garhwal. Taking serious note of the situation, the Chief Minister has issued strict instructions to the police and local administration to ensure that every possible avenue is explored to bring the missing woman home.
Direct Intervention by Chief Minister
In a move to demonstrate the government's commitment to the case, CM Dhami personally contacted the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Tehri via telephone. During the call, he sought a comprehensive update on the ongoing search operations and the current status of the investigation. The Chief Minister emphasized that the disappearance of a citizen is a deeply distressing and sensitive matter for the family involved, and it must be treated with the highest level of priority.
The Chief Minister’s directive focuses on several key areas of the investigation:
- Zero Tolerance for Negligence: Dhami explicitly warned officials that no negligence or laxity would be tolerated at any level of the investigation.
- Technical Integration: He instructed the police to leverage all available technical and scientific resources, including modern surveillance and forensic tools, to track Reshma Devi's whereabouts.
- Comprehensive Search: Officials have been tasked with exploring every possible angle to ensure no stone is left unturned in the search process.
Assurance to the Family
Recognizing the emotional toll the disappearance has taken on the victim's loved ones, the Chief Minister has assured the family that the state government stands firmly behind them. He directed that the family must be kept continuously informed regarding the progress of the investigation and the steps being taken by the authorities.
The administration has been ordered to conduct a thorough review of all actions taken so far to identify any gaps in the search operation. The Chief Minister reiterated that the state's primary goal is the safe recovery of Reshma Devi, and all necessary administrative and police support will be extended to achieve this end.