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Himachal Pradesh Suffers 157 Deaths as Monsoon Floods Shut 259 Roads
✍️ AajTak
🗓 11 Aug 2026, 07:18 PM
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Heavy monsoon rains in Himachal Pradesh have led to the closure of 259 roads and claimed 157 lives, authorities report.
Heavy monsoon rains across Himachal Pradesh have closed 259 roads and caused 157 fatalities, the state government said on Thursday. The floods have hit the western and central districts most severely, with water levels rising in the Beas and Sutlej valleys.
State officials have deployed rescue teams and set up emergency shelters for stranded residents. The Himachal Pradesh Disaster Management Authority has issued warnings for further road closures in the coming days.
Transport disruptions have forced many commuters to seek alternative routes, with several key highways, including NH 5 and NH 21, rendered impassable. Local businesses report significant losses due to halted supply chains.
Authorities urge residents to stay indoors and follow advisories from the National Disaster Response Force. The government is coordinating with the Indian Meteorological Department to monitor rainfall patterns and issue timely updates.
State officials have deployed rescue teams and set up emergency shelters for stranded residents. The Himachal Pradesh Disaster Management Authority has issued warnings for further road closures in the coming days.
Transport disruptions have forced many commuters to seek alternative routes, with several key highways, including NH 5 and NH 21, rendered impassable. Local businesses report significant losses due to halted supply chains.
Authorities urge residents to stay indoors and follow advisories from the National Disaster Response Force. The government is coordinating with the Indian Meteorological Department to monitor rainfall patterns and issue timely updates.