Kullu (Himachal Pradesh), June 25, 2025 — At least three people have gone missing following intense cloudbursts that struck Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district on Tuesday night, triggering flash floods in several areas. The most affected zone was the remote Gadsa Valley, where gushing waters swept away homes, roads, and vehicles.
The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) confirmed that the sudden downpour led to massive surges in rivulets and nullahs, particularly impacting the Chanaun panchayat, where three individuals were reported missing. A large number of houses were damaged, and local infrastructure, including roads and power lines, suffered substantial disruption.
Rescue operations are in full swing, with teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), state police, and local volunteers deployed. Officials have also begun drone surveillance to locate missing persons and assess the full scale of destruction.
Kullu Deputy Commissioner Torul S. Raveesh confirmed that emergency teams were on site and search efforts would continue until all missing persons are found. The administration has activated temporary shelters for affected residents and restored basic communication lines.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued heavy rainfall in the region over the next 48 hours and advised residents in vulnerable areas to remain alert. The department has warned of possible landslides and further flash floods in adjoining districts.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has directed district authorities to ensure prompt relief and rehabilitation. He assured that all necessary steps are being taken to support affected families and restore normalcy.
This event marks another extreme weather episode in Himachal Pradesh this monsoon season, prompting fresh concerns about the increasing frequency of cloudbursts and their devastating consequences in ecologically sensitive regions.
