155 people from MP rescued in U'Khand

155 tourists and pilgrims belonging to Madhya Pradesh were rescued today from the rain affected areas of Uttarakhand.

135 people have been evacuated from Harsil, while 20 were brought down from Gaurikund on foot.

The state government has created a special team of state government officials to coordinate with other agencies involved in rescue operations.

A chopper of the state government will fly early morning from Badrinath, the spokesperson for the state said.