Mandi district has been the worst affected by the monsoon tragedy in the state. So far 17 people have lost their lives here and about 30 people are missing.
हिमाचल प्रदेश में मॉनसून का कहर, 13 दिनों में 63 मौत, 40 लापता, 400 करोड़ का नुकसान
Monsoon rains have wreaked havoc in Himachal Pradesh. Life has been badly affected. In the last 13 days, the havoc of monsoon has caused heavy devastation in the state, in which 63 people have died and 40 people are still missing. During this, the state has also suffered heavy economic loss of more than Rs 400 crore.
Mandi district most affected
Mandi district has been most affected by the monsoon tragedy in the state. So far 17 people have lost their lives here and about 30 people are missing. There has been heavy devastation in Thunag and Bagsayed of Mandi (which fall in the assembly constituency of former Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur). Apart from this, severe damage has also been recorded in Karsog and Dharampur of Mandi.
Loss of life and property in other districts too
Apart from Mandi, other districts of Himachal are also not untouched by this monsoon disaster:
Bilaspur: 6 deaths
Chamba: 6 deaths
Hamirpur: 2 deaths
Kangra: 13 deaths
Kinnaur: 2 deaths
Kullu: 4 deaths
Lahaul Spiti: 1 death
Shimla: 5 deaths
Sirmaur: 1 death
Solan: 2 deaths
Una: 4 deaths
During this period, a total of 109 people have been injured, who are being treated in various hospitals.
Deep impact on rural economy and infrastructure
Along with human loss, the monsoon has also dealt a big blow to the rural economy of the state. So far 287 animals have died due to heavy rains, causing heavy losses to farmers and livestock farmers.
Roads, bridges and other important infrastructure across the state have also suffered heavy damage, badly affecting normal life. Many roads have been blocked, causing problems for people in commuting.
Heavy rain alert till July 6
The Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert in Himachal Pradesh till July 6. It is feared that the current situation may worsen further. The administration and disaster relief teams are constantly engaged in rescue and relief operations, but continuous rain is hampering their efforts. People have been advised to remain alert and stay in safe places.
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