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.