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Shimla: Several parts of Himachal Pradesh continue to witness relentless rainfall, causing widespread disruption and damage across the state.
In the last 24 hours alone, heavy downpours were recorded in many regions — Murari Devi received the highest rainfall at 68.2 mm, followed by Baggi (49.6 mm), Pandoh (45 mm), Slappar (42.1 mm), Bilaspur (40.2 mm), Sundernagar (38.5 mm), Ghagas (38 mm), Mandi (35.8 mm) and Jubbarhatti (34 mm).
Due to recent incidents of cloudbursts, landslides and flashfloods, as of 2 pm on Friday (July 11, 2025), 223 roads remain blocked, hampering transportation in many areas. Additionally, 151 electricity transformers and 812 water supply schemes have been affected.
The Mandi district is the worst hit, with 166 roads closed, 143 power transformers out of service and 204 water schemes disrupted. In Kangra district, particularly in Dharamshala, Nurpur and Dehra subdivisions, 603 water supply projects have been impacted.
34 persons missing
The ongoing monsoon fury, which began on June 20, has taken a devastating toll. So far, 91 people have lost their lives due to rain-related incidents such as landslides, cloudbursts and flooding. Another 131 people have been injured and over 34 individuals are reported missing.
Property and infrastructure have also suffered massive damage. A total of 1,584 houses and shops have been either partially or completely destroyed. Additionally, 880 cowsheds have been damaged and 885 livestock deaths have been reported. The estimated financial loss has crossed Rs 7,499.72 crore, with Mandi district reporting the highest share of the damage.
Furthermore, the monsoon season has also seen 36 fatalities due to road accidents across the state, underscoring the dangerous travel conditions amid the ongoing weather crisis.
Rain forecast for 7 more days; orange alert for July 16
The Meteorological Centre in Shimla has forecast continued rainfall across Himachal Pradesh for the next seven days. An orange alert has been issued for July 16, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall at several locations. Authorities have urged residents, especially in vulnerable zones, to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary travel.
Meanwhile, in the state capital Shimla, a massive deodar tree fell on the Khalini-Tutikandi bypass near Fagli on Friday morning. Fortunately, there were no casualties, although vehicles passing by narrowly escaped. The incident led to traffic disruptions for a considerable time before clearance operations were completed.
Officials have been placed on high alert as rescue and relief operations continue across the affected districts. The state government has also advised residents to stay updated with weather alerts and follow safety advisories strictly.
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