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Himachal Monsoon Death Toll Climbs to 199 as Rains Continue

Infrastructure remains crippled across Himachal Pradesh as the IMD warns of persistent heavy rain until August 12.

Overview

  • The State Emergency Operation Centre reports 199 fatalities since June 20, including 108 in rain-related disasters and 91 in road accidents.
  • Landslides, flash floods and cloudbursts have blocked 493 roads and disrupted more than 1,120 power transformers.
  • District administrations have declared local monsoon holidays, shuttering over 300 schools and colleges for safety.
  • About 245 water supply schemes have been damaged, contributing to an estimated ₹1,905 crore in infrastructure losses.
  • The central government has approved over ₹2,000 crore for rehabilitation, though full fund disbursement and restoration efforts remain challenging.