Archive · 3 Aug 2025
Himachal Pradesh: Heavy Rains Cause Road Closures, Fatalities
Himachal Pradesh is experiencing heavy rainfall, causing road closures and prompting warnings for more rain.
Sadly, several people have died in accidents caused by landslides and other rain-related incidents.
Over a hundred people have lost their lives since the monsoon began.
The government has reported multiple deaths and damages from the weather.
Heavy rains caused 297 road closures in Himachal Pradesh, including one national highway.
An orange alert for heavy to very heavy rains was issued for multiple districts.
A person died and two were injured in a vehicle accident in Shimla district.
Another death occurred when a bulldozer operator fell into a gorge in Kumarsain.
Since June 20, there have been 103 deaths due to rain-related incidents.
- Who
- Officials, residents, and those affected by the rainfall.
- What
- Heavy rainfall has led to road closures, accidents, and fatalities in Himachal Pradesh.
- When
- Ongoing, with the monsoon starting June 20.
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh, specifically Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Shimla, and other districts.
- Why
- Heavy rainfall is causing landslides and other incidents.
Impact Assessment
Damage and Relief
Infrastructure Damage
Impact Assessment
Deaths and injuries are reported in accidents
Damage and Relief
Hundreds of houses are partially damaged or fully damaged due to rains and flashfloods and landslides.
- Road Closures
- 297, including NH-505
- Fatalities
- 103 reported deaths
- Missing
- 36 people
- Rainfall Alert
- Orange alert for heavy to very heavy rains in several districts
- Financial Loss
- Rs 1,714 crore
