Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Heavy Rain Alert: Schools Closed in Himachal
There's a lot of rain in some parts of Himachal Pradesh.
The weather people say it's going to be very heavy, maybe even extremely heavy.
Because of this, schools in some areas are closed.
Also, some roads are shut, and there are problems with water and electricity.
The government is telling people not to travel unless it's really important and to stay away from rivers and places where there might be landslides.
They've also set up special phone numbers for people to call if they need help.
Heavy to extremely heavy rain expected in Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, and Sirmaur districts.
Schools closed in Kangra, Mandi, Sirmaur, and Theog subdivision of Shimla.
36 roads closed, including 11 in Mandi and 10 in Chamba.
43 water supply schemes and 5 transformers disrupted.
Public advised to avoid unnecessary travel and stay away from dangerous areas.
- Who
- Residents and authorities in Himachal Pradesh
- What
- Heavy rain alert leading to school closures and travel advisories
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Sirmaur districts
- Why
- To prevent accidents and ensure public safety during extreme weather
Precautionary Measures
Public Inconvenience
School Closures
Precautionary Measures
Necessary to ensure student safety during extreme weather.
Public Inconvenience
Disrupts education and causes inconvenience to parents and students.
Travel Advisories
Precautionary Measures
Essential to prevent accidents and ensure public safety.
Public Inconvenience
Restricts movement and affects daily routines and business operations.
- Rainfall Classification
- 115.6-204.5 mm (very heavy), above 204.5 mm (extremely heavy)
- Affected Districts
- Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Sirmaur
- Closed Roads
- 36 roads (11 in Mandi, 10 in Chamba)
- Disrupted Services
- 43 water supply schemes, 5 transformers
- Emergency Helplines
- State: 1070, District: 1077