Tehri Garhwal (टिहरी गढ़वाल) is a Himalayan district in Uttarakhand, India, with its administrative headquarters at New Tehri. It is known for mountain landscapes, pilgrimage routes, and the Tehri Dam and reservoir on the Bhagirathi River. The old town of Tehri was submerged during the reservoir’s creation.
Garhwali language and traditions shape local life, alongside Hindi. Agriculture, government services, tourism, and small businesses support livelihoods, while migration for work affects many villages. Important destinations include Devprayag, where the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda meet to form the Ganga, and hill destinations such as Dhanaulti. Local festivals, temples, and village gatherings remain central to community life.
Residents commonly care about reliable roads, drinking water, healthcare, schools, and employment close to home. Landslides, disaster preparedness, and access to remote settlements are recurring concerns. Dam-related rehabilitation, reservoir tourism, waste management, and balancing infrastructure development with environmental protection also feature in civic discussions.