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Time of India
30-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Heavy rain causes flash floods, landslides and road blockages in HP
Shimla: Over 250 roads, including two highways, remained blocked, while many areas plunged into darkness, and water supply schemes remained disrupted due to flash floods and landslides as heavy rain lashed Himachal Pradesh for the second successive day on Wednesday. According to the state emergency operations centre (SEOC), 289 roads across Himachal remained closed, with the highest 193 roads disrupted in the flood-hit Mandi district. The Chandigarh-Manali highway was also blocked near Pandoh in the morning hours but was later reopened. A portion of the highway also caved in at Kainchi Mod near Pandoh. This patch of the highway was washed away in the 2023 floods and was rebuilt recently. The Mandi-Rewalsar and Jogindernagar-Dharampur roads were also blocked due to landslides. The Aut to Jalori Jot national highway 305 was also disrupted at Nimla due to a landslide. Three vehicles parked in the area were damaged after being struck by boulders. A landslide blocked the Nakrod-Chanju road in the Churah sub-division Wednesday morning. Fortunately, there were no vehicles on the road when the landslide struck. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What to Eat When You Have High Blood Pressure Undo However, two shops were damaged due to falling rocks. Rivers and rivulets were in spate as flash floods were also reported from Kullu and Mandi districts. In Mandi, a flash flood struck a rivulet that flows near the Prashar Lake. A flooded Beas river sparked fear among residents of Bangh village near Manali as it started flowing above the danger mark. Manali MLA Bhuvneshwar Gaur and Kullu deputy commissioner Torul S Raveesh visited Bangh, Palchan, and Kalath to take stock of the situation. The flood gates of Larji, Pandoh, and Bhakra dams were opened as the water and silt levels increased in the Beas and Satluj rivers. Also, 345 transformers remained non-functional – 188 in Chamba district alone, followed by 108 in Kullu district, 45 in Mandi, and five in Kangra district. As per the SEOC, 254 water supply schemes were also not working in the state – 134 in Kangra district, 62 in Chamba and 58 in Mandi district. Meanwhile, the Meteorological Centre, Shimla, has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall on July 31 in Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, and Shimla districts. 170 dead, losses near 1.6K crore (BOX) The death toll due to the monsoon disaster in Himachal Pradesh stood at 170 on Wednesday, even as the total loss incurred so far reached Rs 1599.81 crore. According to the state emergency operations centre, the highest number of 35 people had died in Mandi district since the onset of the monsoon on June 20. A maximum of 25 people died in flash floods. MSID:: 122999618 413 |
Time of India
30-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Monsoon havoc in Himachal: Death toll reaches 170; 343 roads, 551 power transformers, 186 water schemes disrupted
Relentless monsoon rains continue to batter Himachal Pradesh, severely impacting critical public infrastructure. As of 10:00 AM on July 30, a total of 343 roads remain blocked, 551 power distribution transformers (DTRs) are disrupted, and 186 water supply schemes are out of service across various districts, according to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC). Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management Data Science Technology healthcare Healthcare Data Science PGDM Product Management Project Management Digital Marketing MBA Finance Public Policy Operations Management Degree Cybersecurity CXO Data Analytics MCA Leadership Design Thinking Artificial Intelligence Others Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details The cumulative death toll due to the ongoing monsoon fury has risen to 170, with 94 deaths directly linked to rain-related incidents such as landslides, flash floods, and house collapses. An additional 76 deaths have occurred in road accidents, many of which are believed to be a consequence of slippery roads, falling debris, and poor visibility due to persistent rain. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo Districts such as Mandi (217 blocked roads), Chamba (53 roads), and Kullu (47 roads) are among the worst affected. The Mandi district also reported heavy damage to its power infrastructure, with 155 DTRs out of service, while 279 transformers were disrupted in Chamba alone. Water supply remains severely affected in several subdivisions, particularly in Chamba (80 schemes) and Mandi (47 schemes). Live Events The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) continues to coordinate with local administrations to restore essential services and clear roads. However, with further rainfall predicted, residents are urged to remain cautious and avoid travel to vulnerable areas. Authorities are on high alert, and disaster response teams have been deployed in sensitive zones for timely rescue and relief operations. Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district has suffered losses of over Rs 48 crore since the start of the monsoon season, with 17 people reported dead, Deputy Commissioner Torul S Raveesh said. She also informed that 65 residents of Darmedha village have been moved to safer areas as a precaution. "Since the onset of monsoon, various departments in Kullu district have suffered losses of Rs 48 crore and individual damages of Rs 50 lakh... So far, 17 people have lost their lives," Raveesh told ANI. She added, "As a precautionary measure, 65 residents of Darmedha village have been shifted to safer areas."
NDTV
30-07-2025
- Climate
- NDTV
17 Killed In Monsoon Fury In Himachal's Kullu, Rs 48 Crore Lost In Damages
Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district has suffered losses of over Rs 48 crore since the start of the monsoon season, with 17 people reported dead, Deputy Commissioner Torul S Raveesh said. She also informed that 65 residents of Darmedha village have been moved to safer areas as a precaution. "Since the onset of monsoon, various departments in Kullu district have suffered losses of Rs 48 crore and individual damages of Rs 50 lakh... So far, 17 people have lost their lives," Raveesh told ANI. She added, "As a precautionary measure, 65 residents of Darmedha village have been shifted to safer areas." Earlier, on Tuesday, heavy rain in the evening led to waterlogging, traffic jams, and power cuts in several parts of Dharamshala. Himachal Pradesh continues to face severe monsoon-related damage, affecting public services and endangering lives. According to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC), as of Tuesday, 357 roads--including one National Highway--182 power transformers, and 179 water supply schemes have been disrupted across the state due to persistent rainfall and related disasters. Data from the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) show that from June 20 till date, 170 people have died during the monsoon season. Of these, 94 deaths were caused by rain-related incidents such as landslides, flash floods, cloudbursts, drowning, electrocution, and lightning. The remaining 76 deaths were due to road accidents. Mandi district is the worst-affected, with 259 road blockages, 172 transformer failures, and 47 water schemes disrupted. It has also reported the highest number of deaths from both natural disasters and road accidents. The disasters have damaged homes, livestock, crops, and infrastructure. Flash floods and landslides have blocked highways and cut off remote areas. Relief and rescue efforts are ongoing with the help of the NDRF, SDRF, and police teams. Officials have urged residents to avoid travelling to vulnerable areas and to remain cautious due to continued rain forecasts. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that heavy rain caused major destruction in Mandi's Jail Road area, where two people died and more are feared trapped under debris. Speaking to reporters in Shimla, Sukhu said, "Heavy rain lashed Mandi last night, causing severe damage to the Jail Road area. Two deaths have been reported. Given the scale of the disaster, I can say it resembles a cloudburst-like situation."
Time of India
30-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Himachal Pradesh: Monsoon fury causes over Rs 48 crore in damages in Kullu; 17 dead
Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district has suffered losses of over Rs 48 crore since the start of the monsoon season, with 17 people reported dead, Deputy Commissioner Torul S Raveesh said. She also informed that 65 residents of Darmedha village have been moved to safer areas as a precaution. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category healthcare Others others Management MBA Healthcare Leadership CXO Technology Data Science Cybersecurity Digital Marketing Finance Data Science Design Thinking Data Analytics Project Management MCA Product Management Operations Management Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Lucknow CERT-IIML Healthcare Management India Starts on undefined Get Details "Since the onset of monsoon, various departments in Kullu district have suffered losses of Rs 48 crore and individual damages of Rs 50 lakh... So far, 17 people have lost their lives," Raveesh told ANI. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo She added, "As a precautionary measure, 65 residents of Darmedha village have been shifted to safer areas." Earlier, on Tuesday, heavy rain in the evening led to waterlogging, traffic jams, and power cuts in several parts of Dharamshala. Live Events Himachal Pradesh continues to face severe monsoon-related damage, affecting public services and endangering lives. According to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC), as of Tuesday, 357 roads, including one National Highway--182 power transformers, and 179 water supply schemes have been disrupted across the state due to persistent rainfall and related disasters. Data from the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) show that from June 20 till date, 170 people have died during the monsoon season. Of these, 94 deaths were caused by rain-related incidents such as landslides, flash floods, cloudbursts, drowning, electrocution, and lightning. The remaining 76 deaths were due to road accidents. Mandi district is the worst-affected, with 259 road blockages, 172 transformer failures, and 47 water schemes disrupted. It has also reported the highest number of deaths from both natural disasters and road accidents. The disasters have damaged homes, livestock, crops, and infrastructure. Flash floods and landslides have blocked highways and cut off remote areas. Relief and rescue efforts are ongoing with the help of the NDRF, SDRF, and police teams. Officials have urged residents to avoid travelling to vulnerable areas and to remain cautious due to continued rain forecasts. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that heavy rain caused major destruction in Mandi's Jail Road area, where two people died and more are feared trapped under debris. Speaking to reporters in Shimla, Sukhu said, "Heavy rain lashed Mandi last night, causing severe damage to the Jail Road area. Two deaths have been reported. Given the scale of the disaster, I can say it resembles a cloudburst-like situation."
Time of India
26-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Kullu again: Heavy rain triggers landslide in Sainj valley, villagers evacuated
1 2 Shimla: With incessant rain leading to a landslide on a hill behind Duridhar village in Sainj valley of Kullu district on Saturday, the district administration evacuated 20 inhabitants of 11 houses in the village to a transit camp. Kullu deputy commissioner Torul S Raveesh said that the administration is carrying out the technical assessment of the area affected by the landslide. She added that the affected villagers were shifted to a transit camp at the nearby public works department's rest house. As many as 213 roads, including two national highways, were closed for vehicular traffic on Saturday evening in Himachal Pradesh. The two blocked national highways include NH-70 Mandi-Kotali road and NH-305 Luhri-Nither road, which were blocked due to landslides. Besides this, a total of 31 power distribution transformers and 141 water supply schemes were also affected across the state on Saturday evening, as per the state emergency operation centre (SEOC). As many as 82 people in the hill state lost their lives, and 34 still remain missing from June 20 to July 26 because of monsoon-related incidents. The Himalayan state witnessed as many as 25 cloudbursts, 42 flash floods, and 32 landslides during this monsoon period, which resulted in Rs 1,438 crore accumulated loss. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Web Search search Search Now Undo Till Saturday evening, the water level of all the 25 dams across the state was within the permissible operational limits, as per the SEOC. The weather department has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning at isolated places in Chamba, Kangra, Mandi, and Kullu districts on July 29. On July 27 and 28, the meteorological department predicted heavy rain at isolated places, mainly in Sirmaur, Kangra, and Una districts. Mandi, Shimla, and Hamirpur districts are likely to receive heavy rainfall at isolated places on July 28. Isolated places in Kangra, Mandi, Kullu, and Sirmaur districts received light rainfall on Saturday. The lowest minimum temperature of 12.9 degrees Celsius was recorded at Keylong in Lahaul Spiti district on Saturday, and the highest maximum temperature of 39 degrees Celsius at Paonta Sahib in Sirmaur district. MSID:: 122924425 413 |
