In Himachal Pradesh, the monsoon is wreaking havoc this time. 75 people have lost their lives in heavy rains between June 20 to July 4, 2025 in the state, and more than 288 people have been injured. These tragedies associated with rain and cloudburst have caused deep damage to not only human life, but also the basic structures of the state, agriculture and animal husbandry sector.
According to the report released by the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC), 45 people have died directly from incidents such as rain, landslides, cloudburst and flowing in water. At the same time, 30 other deaths occurred due to road accidents, electric current and gas cylinder explosion.
Slast and Landslide increased threat
The report also mentions that in road accidents, Chamba district has the highest number of deaths, while Kullu has 3 deaths. This figure is an indication of how slippery and landslide dangers on hill roads during monsoon become fatal.
Natural disaster has also affected livestock and poultry farming. So far, more than 10,000 poultry birds and 168 cattle have been killed. This has further deepened the crisis on livelihood in rural and backward areas, where people are mainly dependent on agriculture and animal husbandry.
Heavy loss to agriculture
Crops and horticulture areas spread on thousands of hectares of land have also been hit by heavy losses. Notice of waste of apples, peas and other seasonal crops is coming from different districts. However, accurate assessment of this loss is currently underway.
Talking to reporters at the Shimla Secretariat, the Chief Minister said that due to the disaster in the state, more than Rs 700 crore has been lost. He said that the government is doing relief and rehabilitation works on priority basis.
The state government has announced the ex -gratia amount for the families of the deceased. Along with this, arrangements are being made for relief camps, food items, first aid and temporary housing in the affected districts.
Vigilance in landslide potential areas
A special warning has been issued in areas fearing landslides due to heavy rains. The administration has urged people living in low-lying areas to be cautious and follow the guidelines issued by the district administration. Emergency services are placed on high alert.
Red alert in 3 districts
Be aware that since last night, there is rains in many parts of the state, due to which life has been disturbed. Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has issued a red alert of heavy rain in three districts for today. The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert of very heavy rainfall for Kangra, Mandi and Sirmaur districts. There is a possibility of heavy rains in these areas after noon and late night. In view of this warning, the district administration is in alert mode with full vigilance and people are being appealed to avoid going to low-lying areas or river-drains.