Key Points

Himachal CM Sukhu expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of six people in a Chamba road accident. He directed officials to provide immediate assistance to affected families. This follows another tragic accident in Shimla that claimed three lives earlier. The state has suffered significant losses this monsoon season with 199 fatalities reported.

Key Points: Himachal CM Sukhu Mourns 6 Deaths in Chamba Road Accident

  • CM Sukhu directs aid for families of 6 deceased in Chamba accident
  • Expresses grief over recent Shimla accident with 3 fatalities
  • Monsoon season claims 199 lives in Himachal so far
  • State reports Rs 1905.5 crore in monsoon-related damages
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Himachal CM Sukhu expresses grief over death of 6 persons in road accident

Himachal CM Sukhu expresses grief over fatal Chamba accident, directs aid for bereaved families and injured victims.

"The news of the death of 6 people in a car accident in Chanwas, Tissa, Chamba district, is extremely sad and painful. - CM Sukhu"

Shimla, August 8

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has mourned the deaths of six persons in a road accident in Chanwas area of Tissa Sub Division in Chamba district on Thursday night.

The Chief Minister directed the district administration to provide all possible assistance to the affected families.

In a post on X, CM Sukhu said, "The news of the death of 6 people in a car accident in Chanwas, Tissa, Chamba district, is extremely sad and painful. I extend my condolences to the grieving families. I pray to God to grant peace to the souls of the departed and provide strength and courage to the bereaved family in this hour of sorrow."

Earlier, CM Sukhu expressed grief over the death of three persons in a car accident in the Chirgaon area of Shimla district on Wednesday. One person has sustained injuries in the accident, a release said.

The Chief Minister directed the district administration to provide all possible assistance to the next of kin of the deceased and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.

He prayed to the Almighty to grant peace to the departed souls and strength to the bereaved families to bear this irreparable loss.CM Sukhu termed the incident extremely "sad" and "painful".

"The news of the death of three youths and injury to one person due to a car falling into a river in Rohru, Shimla is extremely sad and extremely painful. I pray to God to grant peace to the souls of the departed and give strength to the bereaved family to bear this unbearable loss," the Chief Minister's Office said in hindi on social media platform.

Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh has reported a total of 199 deaths and a cumulative loss of over Rs 1905.5 crore during the monsoon season from June 20 to August 6 this year, according to a report by the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA).

- ANI

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Priya S
Heartbreaking! Just last month my cousin narrowly escaped an accident on the same route. Why aren't there proper crash barriers on these dangerous curves? CM Sukhu ji, condolences are good but we need preventive action!
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Aman W
The monsoon death toll is alarming - 199 lives lost! While natural disasters can't be prevented, better road engineering and timely warnings could save many lives. My deepest sympathies to all affected families 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone who frequently travels to Himachal, I've noticed many drivers take dangerous risks on these roads. Maybe stricter enforcement of traffic rules along with infrastructure improvements could help prevent such tragedies.
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Kavya N
Bhagwan unki aatma ko shanti de... The financial assistance announced is good but can never compensate for the loss of loved ones. We need better emergency response teams in remote hilly areas - sometimes help arrives too late.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, while the CM's condolences are appreciated, we need concrete action. ₹1900 crore loss shows the scale of problem. Why not use technology like landslide warning systems that other hilly states have implemented?

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