451 lives lost, 47 missing; landslides continue to disrupt normal life in rural areas
TNR News Network
Shimla:
While the southwest monsoon has started to weaken over Himachal Pradesh, the aftermath continues to disrupt life across many rural and hilly regions of the state. As per official data, two National Highways and over 330 roads remain blocked due to landslides and debris even as weather conditions begin to improve.
Among the most affected districts are Mandi (109 roads blocked), Kullu (106) and Kangra (40). Additionally, 45 electricity transformers and 77 water supply schemes have also been impacted, leaving several villages in darkness and without drinking water.
Light rain likely on Sept 23-24, clear skies likely afterwards
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) Shimla, light rainfall is expected in some mid-hill areas of the state on September 23 and 24. Skies remained partly cloudy over Shimla on Tuesday (September 23, 2025), with the department forecasting clear weather across the state from September 25 to 29.
Meteorologists also noted that conditions are becoming favorable for the withdrawal of the southwest monsoon from some parts of Himachal Pradesh within the next 24 hours.
Monsoon toll: Massive losses, hundreds d*ead
The current monsoon season, which began on June 21, has been one of the deadliest and most destructive in recent memory for Himachal Pradesh. Between June 21 and September 22, the state has recorded 451 deaths, including 189 in road accidents, 497 injuries, 47 people still missing and Rs 4,861.16 crore in estimated damages.
The devastation included 665 fully destroyed pucca houses, 1,046 kutcha houses, 2,344 partially damaged pucca houses and 5,052 kutcha houses.
In terms of natural disasters, Himachal Pradesh has witnessed 47 cloudburst incidents, 98 flash floods and 148 landslides.
The state government and local administrations are continuing restoration and relief work, but challenges remain due to the sheer scale of destruction. Several key highways and interior village roads are still being cleared, and efforts are underway to restore power and water supplies to affected regions.
