Torrential rains have wreaked havoc across Himachal Pradesh—triggering deadly landslides, forcing dam water releases, and leaving over 130 dead. Roads are blocked, rivers are overflowing, schools are shut, pilgrimages suspended, and hundreds of villages remain isolated.
Yellow Alert In Mandi: Schools, Colleges Shut In Three Sub-Divisions
Widespread devastation has occurred from torrential monsoon rains in Himachal Pradesh, with deadly landslides, flash floods, and disruption to everyday life. The state remains on alert for further rain in the coming days.
Heavy Rain Disturbing Himachal Pradesh: 6 Dead, Roads Blocked, and Alerts
Once again, heavy rainfall has impacted Himachal Pradesh causing six fatalities in the last 36 hours alone, due to rain-induced landslides and landslide-related incidents. Statewide inundation in and around some areas of the state has caused severe impediment to daily activities.
Road Closures and Damage to Infrastructure
398 roads including three National highways have been shut down at multiple points due to associated landslides and debris from landslides. Intense rain has also damaged another 682 electricity transformers and disrupted 151 drinking water schemes, causing partial or total water and electricity emergencies.
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Schools Closed in Several Areas
On Monday, authorities ordered the closure of schools and educational institutions in the regions of Shillai, Kotkhai, and Thunag as a precautionary measure due to worsening weather conditions.
Weather alerts
-The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced:
-An orange alert for Una, Hamirpur, Solan, and Bilaspur for Tuesday.
– A yellow alert for eight other districts due to a continued threat of heavy rain, local flooding, and landslides.
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Public advisory
-Residents should avoid roads that are not essential for travel
-Stay away from rivers or areas that are prone to landslides
– Follow official advisories to stay safe
Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation as the monsoon continues to threaten lives and the infrastructure of the region.
Blocked Roads, Travel Hindered All Over The State
Continuous rain has blocked over 400 roads, causing a significant disruption to travel in the state. Mandi district has been hit the hardest, with landslides or debris flows blocking 242 roads. Several major highways, including the Chandigarh–Manali and Mandi–Kullu routes are currently blocked with hundreds of travelers stuck.
Power and Water Supply Severely Disrupted
Essential services across Himachal Pradesh have been hit hard:
682 power transformers are down
151 water supply schemes have been affected
Many villages and towns are facing electricity cuts and limited access to clean water.
Schools Closed as Safety Precaution
Schools have been closed in several districts, including:
Shimla (Theog, Rohru, Jubbal, Chopal, Kumarsain)
Mandi
Kullu
Sirmaur
The closures are part of precautionary measures to ensure student and staff safety amid ongoing landslide and flood risks.
Red Alert Issued for Multiple Districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in several Himachal districts, including:
Shimla
Chamba
Kangra
Mandi
Sirmaur
Authorities have warned residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
Flash Floods and River Surges Prompt Dam Water Releases
With rivers like the Beas swelling dangerously, dam authorities have been forced to release excess water to prevent overflow. Flash floods have carried logs, mud, and debris through valleys, increasing the risk of damage to homes and farmlands.
Relief Efforts and Economic Damage
Relief teams and disaster response forces are working around the clock to clear roads, restore power, and deliver aid to affected areas. A central government team has started damage assessment in Kullu district.
As of the latest reports, the monsoon death toll in Himachal Pradesh has reached 74, with 34 people still missing. The estimated economic losses have already crossed ₹1,246 crore.
Stay Safe and Alert
Residents are urged to:
Avoid landslide-prone areas
Stay updated with weather advisories
Follow local administration instructions
Himachal Pradesh remains in crisis mode as rescue operations continue and more rainfall is expected.
BOL CHAAL Perspective
The cases are being heartbreaking-young kids, newlyweds, whole villages in chaos. The cases are beyond the numbers now; real lives, real families are disentangled.
It cannot simply go as a weather calamity-a wake-up call for mankind.
Bol-Chaal agrees the time has come when:
There should be more compassion instead of sympathy
Climate change has to be taken seriously- really, not just on paper
Everyone needs to get involved; Government, Civil Society, as well as we common folk, must prepare for disasters better
The truth is, if we had adequate preparation, some of these lives could have been saved. It is time to rethink, rebuild, and prepare. A Life Matters.
