Archive · 17 Aug 2025
CPI(M) Urges National Disaster Declaration for Himachal Rains
Heavy rains caused a lot of damage and loss in Himachal Pradesh.
The CPI(M), a political party, wants the central government to call it a national disaster.
They are sad for the people who died and are helping those affected.
The rains have caused many deaths and a lot of damage to homes, shops, and farms.
Roads are blocked, making it hard for people to get supplies.
The party wants the government to give money to help, find missing people, and fix the damage.
They are also helping people on the ground.
CPI(M) calls for the central government to declare Himachal Pradesh rains a national disaster.
The party expressed condolences and pledged support to those affected by the heavy rains.
Official data indicates 261 deaths, 38 missing, and approximately Rs. 2,144 crore in damage.
Basic services and road connectivity are severely disrupted across multiple districts.
CPI(M) demands immediate financial relief and improved coordination of relief efforts.
- Who
- CPI(M), affected residents, central and state governments.
- What
- CPI(M) demands national disaster declaration and increased relief for Himachal Pradesh rain damage.
- When
- Ongoing monsoon season
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh
- Why
- Incessant rains caused severe loss of life, property damage, and infrastructure disruption.
Affected Citizens & CPI(M)
Central and State Governments
Emergency Response and Relief
Affected Citizens & CPI(M)
Experiencing significant loss of life, property damage, and lack of access to resources.
Central and State Governments
Government is slow to react to the ongoing crisis.
- Confirmed Deaths
- 261
- Missing Persons
- 38
- Estimated Damage
- Rs. 2,144 crore
- Damaged Houses
- 2,385
- Disrupted Services
- Drinking water, power, and road connectivity
Sources
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