Himachal Pradesh rain fury: Death toll rises to 80, 35 still missing; Mandi worst-hit
SHIMLA: The cumulative death toll from rain-related incidents in Himachal Pradesh has climbed to 80, according to the latest report from the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA).
Of these, 52 deaths were directly caused by natural disasters such as landslides, flash floods, and cloudbursts, while the remaining 28 fatalities were due to road accidents, electrocution, snake bites, and falls from steep slopes. Additionally, 35 people are still missing.
The SDMA data, covering the period from June 20 to July 7, highlights Mandi as the worst-affected district with 17 deaths, followed by Kangra, which reported 11 fatalities.
As monsoon conditions persist, authorities are closely monitoring the evolving situation and continue to issue alerts and provide assistance in vulnerable regions.
Quoting from the report, an SDMA official said, "As per cumulative data compiled till July 7, the state has recorded 80 deaths--52 from rain-induced incidents, 28 from road accidents."
Rain-related incidents in Himachal Pradesh have resulted in multiple fatalities, including 14 deaths from cloudbursts, 8 from flash floods, 1 due to a landslide, and several others caused by electrocution, drowning, and falls triggered by severe weather conditions.
In addition, the state has seen 128 people injured, 320 houses fully damaged, and 38 partially damaged, 10,254 livestock and poultry deaths and damage to public infrastructure worth Rs 69,265.60 lakh.
The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has confirmed a total of 23 flash floods, 19 cloudbursts, and 16 landslides so far this monsoon, highlighting the widespread disruption across Himachal Pradesh’s hill districts.
Severe damage has been reported to crops, roads, bridges, and power infrastructure, with the districts of Mandi, Kullu, Kangra, and Shimla among the worst affected.
Relief camps have been established, and rescue operations are underway with support from NDRF and SDRF teams.
The SDMA has urged residents to remain cautious and avoid vulnerable areas near rivers, steep slopes, and under-construction zones. The government continues to closely monitor the situation and is actively extending support to affected families.
(With inputs from ANI)
Of these, 52 deaths were directly caused by natural disasters such as landslides, flash floods, and cloudbursts, while the remaining 28 fatalities were due to road accidents, electrocution, snake bites, and falls from steep slopes. Additionally, 35 people are still missing.
The SDMA data, covering the period from June 20 to July 7, highlights Mandi as the worst-affected district with 17 deaths, followed by Kangra, which reported 11 fatalities.
As monsoon conditions persist, authorities are closely monitoring the evolving situation and continue to issue alerts and provide assistance in vulnerable regions.
Quoting from the report, an SDMA official said, "As per cumulative data compiled till July 7, the state has recorded 80 deaths--52 from rain-induced incidents, 28 from road accidents."
Rain-related incidents in Himachal Pradesh have resulted in multiple fatalities, including 14 deaths from cloudbursts, 8 from flash floods, 1 due to a landslide, and several others caused by electrocution, drowning, and falls triggered by severe weather conditions.
In addition, the state has seen 128 people injured, 320 houses fully damaged, and 38 partially damaged, 10,254 livestock and poultry deaths and damage to public infrastructure worth Rs 69,265.60 lakh.
The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has confirmed a total of 23 flash floods, 19 cloudbursts, and 16 landslides so far this monsoon, highlighting the widespread disruption across Himachal Pradesh’s hill districts.
Severe damage has been reported to crops, roads, bridges, and power infrastructure, with the districts of Mandi, Kullu, Kangra, and Shimla among the worst affected.
Relief camps have been established, and rescue operations are underway with support from NDRF and SDRF teams.
The SDMA has urged residents to remain cautious and avoid vulnerable areas near rivers, steep slopes, and under-construction zones. The government continues to closely monitor the situation and is actively extending support to affected families.
(With inputs from ANI)
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