Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Cloudburst devastates Boh valley, leaves many homeless
A cloudburst in the Boh valley of Himachal Pradesh caused flash floods and debris flows, destroying many homes and leaving families homeless.
Three people were injured, and several animals were killed.
The residents are staying in relief camps and have demanded immediate rehabilitation and assistance from the government.
The local MLA visited the area and provided financial aid, but residents feel the government needs to do more to help them.
A cloudburst in the Boh valley of Himachal Pradesh caused flash floods and debris flows.
At least 18 houses were damaged, and three people were injured.
Nine cowsheds were damaged, and several animals were killed.
Residents are staying in relief camps and have demanded immediate rehabilitation.
The local MLA provided financial aid but residents feel more needs to be done.
- Who
- Residents of Sapedi and Garun villages, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
- What
- Flash floods and massive debris flows triggered by a cloudburst
- When
- July 23
- Where
- Sapedi and Garun villages, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
- Why
- Heavy rainfall and cloudburst caused flash floods and debris flows
Government Response
Affected Residents
Relief Operations
Government Response
The government is expediting relief operations and providing financial aid.
Affected Residents
The government is not displaying the expected seriousness and needs to accelerate relief efforts.
- Location
- Sapedi and Garun villages, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
- Date
- July 23
- Injured
- 3
- Houses Damaged
- 18
- Animals Killed
- 3 buffaloes, 4 cows, 1 bull, 1 sheep
- Cowsheds Damaged
- 9
- Financial Aid Provided
- Rs 25,000 per affected family