Archive · 1 Aug 2025
Landslides and Floods Close Roads in Himachal Pradesh
Heavy rainfall caused widespread damage in Himachal Pradesh, leading to landslides and floods that have closed many roads, including the important Chandigarh-Manali and Manali-Leh highways.
A taxi driver was injured in one landslide.
The floods and landslides have also damaged infrastructure, isolated villages, and disrupted power.
Authorities are working to clear the roads, but the ongoing rain is hindering the progress.
The state has experienced significant financial losses and casualties due to these incidents.
285 roads, including Chandigarh-Manali and Manali-Leh highways, closed due to landslides and floods.
A taxi driver was injured in a landslide near Pandoh dam on the Chandigarh-Manali highway.
The Manali-Leh highway (NH-3) is blocked at Jispa due to flood debris.
The ancient village of Malana cut off as the bridge washed away.
Himachal Pradesh has suffered losses of Rs 1,678 crore from June 20 to August 1 due to heavy rainfall.
- Who
- Commuters, local residents, authorities clearing roads, and the injured taxi driver.
- What
- Numerous landslides and floods have closed major roads in Himachal Pradesh.
- When
- Recent, with ongoing impact.
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh, specifically the Chandigarh-Manali and Manali-Leh National Highways.
- Why
- Due to heavy and continuous rainfall.
- Affected Highways
- Chandigarh-Manali (NH 21) and Manali-Leh (NH 3)
- Total Roads Closed
- 285
- Injuries
- One taxi driver
- Incident Locations
- Kainch Mor, Jispa, Malana
- Financial Loss
- Rs 1,678 crore
- Fatalities (June 20 - Aug 1)
- 98
Sources
291 roads closed in Himachal as rains continue
Video: 50 Metres Road On Chandigarh-Manali Highway Damaged After Landslide
Massive Landslide in Mandi Blocks Chandigarh–Manali Highway Near Pandoh Dam: VIDEO
Rain fury: Chandigarh-Manali NH blocked by landslides, Manali-Leh NH by flood