Landslide in Kullu triggers panic

A large portion of a hill suddenly collapsed in the Pahnala area of Kullu district today, triggering panic among local residents. The unexpected landslide sent massive quantities of debris and huge rocks crashing downhill towards a nearby village, creating chaos and fear.

As the hillside gave way, a thick cloud of dust engulfed the area, blotting out visibility. Startled villagers rushed out of their homes, unsure of the scale of the damage and fearing further collapse. The incident deeply shook the local population with many residents spending the day in anxiety.

However, no loss of life or property had been reported so far but the danger of more landslides still existed. Stones and debris continued to fall intermittently from the unstable slope, keeping residents on the edge.

After days of heavy rainfall and snowfall in Himachal Pradesh, the weather has now cleared completely. Bright sunshine was reported in the state on Thursday. Experts believe that the sudden rise in temperatures after prolonged moisture weakened the soil structure, making the hillside vulnerable. The rapid drying of water-soaked earth is being cited as a key factor behind the collapse.

The local administration has taken note of the situation and is closely monitoring the affected area. As a precautionary measure, villagers have been advised to stay away from the vulnerable zone and avoid unnecessary movement near the hillside. Officials have assured people that necessary steps would be taken if the situation worsened.