Himachal landslides News

Himachal Pradesh Police has issued a comprehensive monsoon advisory, urging residents and tourists to exercise extreme caution due to heightened risks of floods, landslides, and cloudbursts. Learn essential safety tips, emergency contacts, and areas to avoid.  

Flash floods in Nirmand, Sainj, and Malana areas of Kullu, Padhar in Mandi, and Rampur in Shimla districts were caused by cloudbursts. Search efforts for the 45 missing individuals are ongoing, with rescuers using additional machinery, sniffer dogs, drones, and other equipment to aid in the operation.  A "yellow" alert has been issued for heavy rains, expected to continue until August 10. 

Himachal Landslides, Rain: The state has borne the brunt of 113 landslides during the span of 55 days since the commencement of the monsoon season, causing financial havoc with Rs 2,491 crore in losses for the PWD and an additional Rs 1,000 crore for the NHAI.