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11 Sep

Manish Sisodia Challenges Sachin Pilot to Joint Audit of Punjab and Himachal Government Schools

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Prabhari Manish Sisodia on Thursday challenged Congress leader Sachin Pilot to jointly audit government schools in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. The AAP Punjab Prabhari said that while AAP could readily showcase 1,000 government schools in Punjab that had undergone a visible transformation, Sachin Pilot should demonstrate whether Himachal Pradesh could present 1,000 schools of a similar standard. Responding to Sachin Pilot, AAP Punjab Prabhari and former Delhi Education Minister Manish Sisodia stated, “Sachin ji, we can show you 1,000 brilliant schools in Punjab. Can you show us 1,000 such schools in Himachal…

09 Sep

Himachal Pradesh Set for Four-Day Dry Spell, Rain Likely to Return From September 13

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is likely to experience mostly dry weather over the next four days, with the southwest monsoon remaining weak across the state. The Meteorological Department has forecast a noticeable rise in temperatures, with the mercury expected to climb by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius in several areas. Most parts of the state are likely to see clear skies today and tomorrow. Higher reaches are expected to remain completely dry during the next 48 hours, while a few locations in the lower and middle hills could receive light rain or drizzle. The subdued weather pattern is likely…

04 Sep

Himachal Pradesh Braces for More Heavy Rain as Monsoon Damage Crosses Rs 1,200 Crore

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SHIMLA (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is set to face another spell of heavy rain over the next two days, even as the state continues to count the massive human and financial losses caused by this year’s monsoon. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in three districts on both Friday and Saturday. The weather system is expected to weaken from Sunday, bringing some relief to the hill state. For Friday, Bilaspur, Kangra and Sirmaur have been placed under the heavy rain warning. On Saturday, the alert will remain in Bilaspur and Kangra, while Solan…

02 Sep

Himachal Pradesh Monsoon Death Toll Climbs to 259, Damage Crosses Rs 1,200 Crore

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh has recorded 259 deaths during the ongoing monsoon season, with losses to public and private property estimated at more than Rs 1,200 crore, according to figures released by the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC). The data covers the 64-day period from June 30 to September 1 and highlights the severe impact of rain-related disasters and road accidents across the hill state. Of the total fatalities, 106 were linked to incidents triggered by heavy rain and other natural disasters. Landslides claimed 18 lives, while 13 people died after being swept away or drowning. Road accidents emerged…

30 Aug

Himachal Pradesh Rain Alert: Several Districts Likely to Receive Heavy Showers, Travel Advisory Issued

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is likely to remain under the influence of an active monsoon spell, with rain forecast across several districts and the possibility of intense showers at isolated locations. The Meteorological Department has advised residents and travellers to remain cautious as wet conditions could affect roads and trigger landslides in vulnerable areas. Rain is expected in Kangra, Chamba, Mandi, Kullu, Shimla, Solan and Sirmaur. While most places may receive light to moderate showers, some pockets could witness heavier rainfall. The change in weather may also result in a slight fall in temperatures in parts of the state.…

29 Aug

Himachal Pradesh Weather: Rain Alert in Several Areas, Heavy Showers Expected From August 31

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Several parts of Himachal Pradesh may receive rain on Saturday as the state prepares for another spell of active monsoon conditions. According to the latest forecast from the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, light to moderate showers are likely at a number of places, while heavier rainfall is expected during the first few days of September. Mandi is also likely to experience light to moderate rain today. The weather department has forecast an increase in rainfall activity across the state over the coming days, with a warning of heavy showers in some areas from August 31 to September…

19 Aug

Himachal Pradesh Weather Update: Rain Warning in Seven Districts, Conditions Expected to Improve Next Week

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh will continue to experience monsoon showers over the next few days, with the India Meteorological Department issuing a Yellow Alert for heavy rainfall in seven districts. The warning comes as the state continues to witness unsettled weather in several areas. The districts under the alert are Hamirpur, Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla and Sirmaur. Isolated pockets in these regions could receive heavy showers, while light to moderate rainfall is likely at several other locations. Heavy rain warning for key districts The weather office has predicted continued rainfall for around four days. People travelling through hilly…

17 Aug

Himachal Pradesh Weather: Rain to Remain Active, Mandi and Kangra Face Risk of Heavy Showers

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is likely to remain under the influence of an active monsoon system, with rainfall expected across much of the state. While most areas may receive light to moderate showers, isolated pockets could witness heavy to very heavy rain, particularly in parts of Mandi, Chamba and Kangra. The continuing wet spell has raised concerns over landslides and road blockages in vulnerable hill areas. Residents and tourists have been advised to exercise caution, especially during periods of intense rainfall. Mandi, Chamba and Kangra likely to receive heavier rain The Meteorological Department has indicated that rainfall activity could…

14 Aug

India Post Delivers National Flag via Drone in Remote Himachal Pradesh Ahead of Independence Day

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a pioneering initiative combining modern technology with public service, the Department of Posts on Friday executed its first-ever delivery of the National Flag using a drone from Mandi to Rehardhar in Himachal Pradesh. The milestone event was inaugurated virtually on the eve of Independence Day by Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia. The drone took flight from the Mandi Head Post Office and successfully landed at the remote Rehardhar Branch Post Office, where postal officials received the parcel containing the Tiranga before formally presenting it to an army veteran.…

14 Aug

Himachal Pradesh Braces for More Rain as Landslide Shuts NH; Orange Alert in Mandi, Sirmaur

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): The monsoon situation in Himachal Pradesh remained a cause for concern on Friday after a fresh landslide blocked the Shimla-Dharamshala National Highway near Bhararighat, while the weather department warned of more intense rainfall in several districts over the coming days. The landslide struck the highway on Thursday night when an HRTC bus carrying passengers was passing through the area. The bus narrowly escaped being hit by the falling debris. Traffic on the stretch was subsequently stopped for all vehicles as authorities worked to clear the road. The incident has once again highlighted the vulnerability of hill roads…