Himachal Pradesh Rain Fury: Over 157 Deaths, Rs 886 Cr Losses As Monsoon Showers Wreak Havoc

Published 11 August 2026 · india

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News india Himachal Pradesh Rain Fury: Over 157 Deaths, Rs 886 Cr Losses As Monsoon Showers Wreak Havoc Himachal Pradesh Rain Fury: Over 157 Deaths, Rs 886 Cr Losses As Monsoon Showers Wreak Havoc Published By, Last Updated: August 11, 2026, 15:51 IST Himachal Pradesh’s monsoon crisis deepens as 157 people die and infrastructure damage crosses Rs 886 crore, with Kullu and Mandi among the worst-hit districts. Chamba has recorded the highest number of deaths at 24, followed by Kangra and Kullu with 21 fatalities each. Shimla has reported 20 deaths, while Lahaul & Spiti has recorded 18. (Photo: PTI file) Himachal Pradesh Rain: Himachal Pradesh continues to reel under the impact of heavy monsoon rains, with 157 people losing their lives and cumulative damages crossing Rs 886 crore since June 30. The state has reported widespread damage to roads, power infrastructure, water supply systems, houses and other public and private assets as rescue and restoration operations continue across several districts. According to the latest cumulative damage statement released by the Himachal Pradesh government, 157 people have died in rain-related incidents between June 30 and August 9, while 257 people have been injured. Two people are still reported missing. Of the 157 fatalities, 68 were caused by natural incidents such as landslides, drowning, snake bites and falls, while 89 people died in road accidents during the period.

Chamba has recorded the highest number of deaths at 24, followed by Kangra and Kullu with 21 fatalities each. Shimla has reported 20 deaths, while Lahaul & Spiti has recorded 18. 106 Roads Blocked Across Himachal The continuing rainfall has severely disrupted road connectivity across the hill state. As per the latest State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) report, 106 roads remain blocked. Kullu is among the worst-affected districts, with 40 roads closed across the Kullu, Banjar, Anni and Nirmand subdivisions. Mandi has reported 38 blocked roads, particularly in Seraj, Thalout and adjoining areas. Another nine roads remain closed in Shimla. Emergency teams and road-clearing crews are working to restore connectivity in the affected areas. Power Supply & Water Infra Hit The monsoon has also disrupted power supply across the state, with 66 Distribution Transformer Regions (DTRs) reported out of service. Mandi accounts for 63 of these affected DTRs. Water supply has also been affected, with 19 schemes disrupted across the state. Shimla has reported damage to 12 water supply schemes, followed by Hamirpur with five and Bilaspur with two. Over 880 Private Structures Damaged The rains have caused extensive damage to private property. More than 880 structures, including houses, shops and cattle sheds, have been damaged.