Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Himachal Pradesh Roads Closed After Heavy Rains
Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh have caused a lot of problems!
About 345 roads are closed, including some important highways, because of landslides.
This is especially bad in Mandi.
A school wall fell down in Shimla, so kids had to move.
The state has had a lot of rain, even more than usual.
Sadly, people have died or gone missing due to the rain.
The rain has also caused floods, and landslides that have cost the state a lot of money.
345 roads, including two National Highways, have been closed in Himachal Pradesh due to heavy rains.
Landslides and debris have caused road blockades across the state.
Mandi district has the most road closures, with 232.
65 students were relocated after a school retaining wall collapsed in Shimla.
The state has received 14% more rainfall than normal since the monsoon's onset.
- Who
- Officials and residents of Himachal Pradesh are affected.
- What
- Heavy rains have caused numerous road closures and damage in Himachal Pradesh.
- When
- The incidents occurred following heavy rains in the past days and during the ongoing monsoon season.
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh, specifically in Mandi, Kullu, and Shimla.
- Why
- The road closures and incidents are due to heavy rainfall, landslides, and related damage.
- Total Roads Closed
- 345
- National Highways Closed
- 2
- Fatalities (Monsoon Season)
- 77
- Missing (Monsoon Season)
- 34
- Excess Rainfall (June 1st to Date)
- 14%
- Estimated Losses
- Rs 1,382 crore