Torrential rain in Himachal Pradesh has closed 795 roads, including two National Highways. Mandi district is the worst affected. Power and water supplies are disrupted. A red weather warning is in effect for Chamba and Kangra. Educational institutions are closed in several districts.
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Heavy rain and snowfall caused widespread disruption in Himachal Pradesh. Lahaul and Spiti, Kullu, and Mandi were severely affected by flash floods, landslides, and road closures. Educational institutions are closed, and authorities advise residents to avoid risky areas and stay informed due to a red alert for continued heavy rainfall.
Solan district faces severe weather impacts. Heavy rains caused 23 link road closures and minor NH-5 disruptions. A school and nearby structures were evacuated due to landslides. All schools and educational institutions are closed due to orange alert. Power outages and water supply interruptions were also reported.
Villagers from Rachhwana, Trambi, and Gatarbag protested a construction company's illegal dumping near their villages, claiming it caused damage from cascading debris after heavy rain. They reported blocked roads, damaged homes, and isolation. Officials intervened, and the company promised relief.
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Kangra district is under a red alert for heavy rainfall on Tuesday, leading to school closures and emergency measures. Field officers are on duty, and disaster relief teams are deployed. 231 bus services were affected due to heavy rain and landslides. Residents are advised to stay safe and report emergencies to helpline 1077.
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The Kiratpur-Manali highway, meant to boost tourism and agriculture in Himachal Pradesh, is now plagued by landslides and flooding, especially between Mandi and Kullu. This causes travel disruptions, impacting tourism and leading to significant losses for farmers due to produce spoilage. Long-term solutions are needed.
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