Destruction of landslide, hundreds of roads and power supply affected after heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh

There was some relief from rain in the state on Thursday, but the problems are still intact. Due to heavy rain, landslides occurred in different areas, causing hundreds of roads, electricity supply and drinking water system. Until Thursday night, a total of 454 roads, including two national highways, were closed in the state. In addition, 861 power transformers and 244 water supply schemes were also affected. Mandi district has caused the most damage due to heavy landslides, where 245 roads are closed and 228 power transformers are affected. The operation of 120 water supply schemes in the Kangra district also stopped. In addition, a major incident occurred Wednesday in the Nigulsari area in the Kinnraur district, when a person riding a bicycle as a result of stone falling from the hill fell on the road. However, it was a matter of honor that the cyclist sustained no injuries. The traffic system was also affected by landslides, causing problems for passengers and locals. The administration started with quick assistance work, but there are problems in relief and rescue operations due to rain. The state government described the situation as serious, and formed special teams to immediately restore electricity and water supply in the areas concerned. In addition, the process of opening closed roads is due to landslides. Officials say that the works stop after the rain, and the situation will soon become normal. At the same time, locals and passengers demand the government to improve proper security measures and road construction so that such natural disasters can be protected in the future. Share this story -tags