Landslides

29 Jun

Six Bodies Recovered as Rains Trigger Havoc in Himachal Pradesh; Restoration Efforts Underway

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDharamshala, flash floods, Himachal Pradesh, Jagat Singh Negi, Landslides

Shimla, June 29, 2025 — Torrential rains over the past 24 hours have unleashed widespread destruction across Himachal Pradesh, triggering landslides, flash floods, and significant damage to infrastructure in multiple districts.Revenue and Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi said road connectivity, power lines, and water supply systems have been severely impacted, particularly in Shimla, Kangra, Sirmaur, and parts of Kullu district.“In Dharamshala, at a power project site, nine individuals were caught in flash floods. Eight were swept away, and only one survived. So far, six bodies have been recovered, including one unidentified today,” Negi said, adding that one person remains missing…

01 Mar

Flash Floods and Landslides Wreak Havoc in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaHeavy Rainfall, Himachal Pradesh, Kullu Flash Floods, Landslides

Kullu, March 1, 2025: Flash floods triggered by relentless torrential rain have caused chaos in the lower areas of Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. Several vehicles were either washed away or trapped in thick sludge, while landslides disrupted multiple locations across the region. Severe Weather and Road Closures The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has attributed the extreme weather to a Western Disturbance, predicting light snowfall in isolated areas of Lahaul-Spiti, Kinnaur, and the higher reaches of Kullu district. The situation has led to the closure of 583 roads, including five National Highways, according to the Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority…