A devastating cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh has led to significant disruptions across Shimla, Mandi, and Kullu districts, with over 50 people reported missing. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured support and central assistance following the disaster. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu is actively coordinating rescue operations, while the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and other agencies are on the ground providing aid.
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- A cloudburst occurred early in the morning on August 1, affecting Shimla, Mandi, and Kullu districts.
- Over 50 people are reported missing, with two bodies recovered so far.
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah has promised central assistance and support from the NDRF.
- Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has been in contact with the Union Home Minister and is overseeing rescue efforts.
- Heavy rain is expected to continue for the next 36 hours, complicating rescue operations.
- The Beas River’s water level has risen due to heavy rainfall, prompting the opening of the Pandoh Dam gates.
- Two houses were completely washed away, and one was partially damaged in the Rajban village cloudburst.
- Local teams including NDRF, SDRF, police, and fire services are engaged in search and rescue operations.
- Former Chief Minister Jairam Thakur criticized the lack of preparedness from last year’s damage but acknowledged ongoing efforts.
- The Mandi district administration has advised residents to stay away from the Beas River due to increased water and silt levels.
