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The relentless monsoon has devastated Himachal Pradesh, killing 229 people since mid-June. Over 28,000 homes and critical infrastructure worth Rs 2,007 crore have been damaged, with Kangra and Mandi districts suffering the highest casualties. Landslides and blocked roads continue to hinder relief operations as authorities warn of ongoing risks. The SDMA has urged residents in vulnerable areas to strictly follow safety advisories during the crisis.

Key Points: Himachal Rains Claim 229 Lives Since June Amid Rs 2,007 Crore Losses

  • 229 deaths reported including 119 from rain incidents and 110 in road accidents
  • Over 28,000 homes partially or fully damaged across districts
  • Infrastructure losses exceed Rs 2,007 crore affecting roads, water, and power supply
  • Kangra and Mandi worst-hit with 26 and 23 rain-related deaths respectively
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Death toll due to rains in Himachal since mid-June reaches 229

Monsoon fury in Himachal Pradesh leaves 229 dead, damages 28,000+ homes, and causes Rs 2,007 crore losses as landslides hamper relief efforts.

"Restoration work is ongoing, but repeated landslides and heavy rainfall are slowing progress – State Disaster Management Authority"

Shimla, August 11

The monsoon season has battered Himachal Pradesh, leaving 229 people dead, including 119 in rain-related incidents and 110 in road accidents, according to the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA).

From June 20 to August 11, the state recorded Rs 2,00,741.57 lakh (over Rs 2,007 crore) in cumulative losses to human life, public and private property, agriculture, horticulture, livestock, and infrastructure. The toll on animals includes 1,611 cattle deaths and 25,755 poultry birds lost.

SDMA reported that the monsoon has severely disrupted basic infrastructure across districts; meanwhile, PWD roads worth Rs 1,07,181.80 lakh were damaged.

Jal Shakti water schemes hit: Rs 68,299.78 lakh and power supply infrastructure worth Rs 13,946.69 lakh got damaged.

Additional damage was reported to health, education, rural and urban development, and animal husbandry departments, totaling thousands of lakhs.

Housing losses are significant, with 916 houses fully damaged and 27,366 partially damaged, along with 627 cow sheds and 951 labour sheds/huts destroyed.

Kangra reported the highest number of rain-related deaths at 26, followed by Mandi (23), Chamba (9), Kullu (10), Kinnaur (8), Lahaul & Spiti (5), Shimla (6), Bilaspur (7), Una (7), Hamirpur (13), Sirmaur (2), and Solan (3).

Mandi topped this category with 21 fatalities, followed by Chamba (17), Shimla (15), Kangra (9), Kinnaur (8), Kullu (8), Solan (12), Hamirpur (3), Bilaspur (3), Sirmaur (7), Una (6), and Lahaul & Spiti (1).

Authorities say restoration work is ongoing, but repeated landslides, road blockages, and continued heavy rainfall are slowing progress. The SDMA has warned of heightened risks in vulnerable zones and urged the public to follow safety advisories.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The loss of livestock is devastating for farmers. My uncle in Kangra lost his entire poultry farm. Government compensation schemes never reach the actual victims on time. #HimachalFloods
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Arjun K
Climate change is hitting us hard. Same story every monsoon now - landslides, deaths, and crores in damage. When will we learn to build infrastructure that can withstand these conditions?
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Sarah B
Visiting Himachal last year showed me how fragile the mountain ecosystem is. The tourism industry needs to be more responsible too - too much construction in vulnerable areas.
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Vikram M
Respectfully disagree with some comments blaming only climate change. Poor road construction quality and illegal mining have made landslides worse. Need accountability at local administration level.
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Kavya N
Heart goes out to all affected families 🙏 We Delhiites complain about minor waterlogging while our Himachali brothers-sisters are losing homes and livelihoods. Time to step up donations and help.

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