Landslides Archives - National Times

02 Sep

CM Sukhu Expresses Grief Over Losses, Offers Support Amid Heavy Rains and Landslides in Himachal

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National Times Bureau :- Continuous heavy rainfall has triggered widespread landslides and flooding across several regions of Himachal Pradesh, causing extensive damage to infrastructure and posing serious risks to residents. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incidents reported from different parts of the state. In Kullu, a raging stream has created dangerous conditions, while in Dhalpur, a landslide claimed the life of a woman. Reports from Manali indicate that two people have been injured, and another stream in Old Manali has once again overflowed. In Ani, a massive landslide buried a house, while in Kinnaur,…

31 Aug

Monsoon Havoc: PM Modi Praises Rescue Efforts, Urges Unity in 125th ‘Mann Ki Baat’

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 125th episode of his monthly radio program ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ expressed deep grief over the large-scale devastation caused by relentless monsoon rains across India. Acknowledging the heavy toll of floods and landslides, he said the suffering of families and communities saddened every Indian.“This monsoon season has brought severe challenges,” Modi remarked. “Floodwaters have destroyed homes, farmlands, bridges, and roads, putting countless lives at risk. Our prayers are with the families who lost their loved ones.”The Prime Minister highlighted the swift response of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Forces…

29 Jun

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

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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

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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…