Himachal Pradesh continues to grapple with the severe impact of relentless monsoon rains, which have left vast stretches of the state’s public infrastructure crippled. In the last 24 hours alone, 323 roads, 70 electricity distribution transformers, and 130 water supply schemes have been knocked out of operation, according to the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA). Since the monsoon’s arrival on June 20, the state has recorded 241 fatalities, with 126 attributed to rain-induced disasters including landslides, flash floods, and house collapses, and 115 resulting from road accidents.
The latest update from the State Emergency Operation Centre revealed that two key national highways — NH-305 in Kullu district and NH-505 in Lahaul-Spiti — remain blocked, adding to the state’s logistical woes. Kullu is facing the worst road connectivity crisis with 70 routes closed, while Mandi, the hardest hit overall, is battling 179 road blockages. Kangra has reported 25 roads cut off due to the incessant rainfall. Mandi is also experiencing widespread power outages, with 50 distribution transformers out of service, while Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti are dealing with localised faults. Water supply networks are equally strained, with Mandi reporting disruptions to 72 schemes, followed by Lahaul-Spiti with five and Hamirpur with two.
Restoration teams are working round-the-clock to restore essential services, but officials caution that the continuing downpour and fresh weather alerts could slow progress. Authorities have urged residents in high-risk zones to remain on guard, as the persistent wet spell raises the possibility of further landslides and flooding.
Mandi has reported the highest death toll from rain-triggered incidents at 26, closely followed by Kangra at 28 and Chamba at nine. In terms of road accidents, Mandi again leads with 21 deaths, while Chamba and Kangra have recorded 17 and 11 fatalities respectively. With the monsoon showing no signs of easing, Himachal Pradesh remains on high alert, bracing for more challenges in the days ahead.
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